Disability Denials
Disability Denials
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What to Do if You Get Denied for Social Security Disability
The majority of Social Security Disability claims are denied initially. Understanding why your claim was denied is important in order to strengthen your case on appeal.
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The Social Security Disability Process Visualized: From Application to Award
How many disability claims are filed with Social Security? How many win benefits? How does it work?
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Social Security Disability Denials: What a Denial Means
A denial doesn't necessarily mean you're not disabled—look at your denial letter to see the rationale for the denial.
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What Is a Technical Denial in a Disability Case?
A technical denial of Social Security Disability benefits occurs when an applicant does not meet the legal or financial requirements of SSDI or SSI. Almost half of SSDI applicants and a quarter of SSI applicants receive technical denials.
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Six Reasons Social Security Might Medically Deny Your Disability Claim
Find out why Social Security sent you a medical denial letter for your disability claim.
Disability Appeals Process: Overview
Disability Appeals Process: Overview
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Social Security Disability Appeals: Reconsideration, Hearing, Council, Court
Appeals are offered to Social Security disability and SSI claimants after all levels of decisions.
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How Do I Write a Social Security Disability Appeal Letter?
Here are some letter-writing tips and sample language for your Social Security disability appeal letter.
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How Long Does a Social Security Disability Appeal Take?
Here's a timeline for how long a disability appeal with the Social Security administration might take.
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What Are My Chances of Winning a Social Security Disability Appeal?
There's really no way to know what your chances will be when you file an appeal, other than the fact that your chances will generally improve...
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Good Excuses for Filing a Late Disability Appeal
If you have a very good reason for missing your appeal deadline, Social Security won't make you start a new application.
Federal Court
Federal Court
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How to Appeal Your Social Security Disability Case to Federal District Court
If you're denied Social Security disability benefits by the ALJ and the Appeals Council, here's how to appeal to federal court.
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How Much Does It Cost to Appeal a Disability Case to Federal Court?
If you appeal a disability denial to federal court, you may be able to get your attorney fees paid by the government.
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How Do You Start an Appeal for Social Security Disability (Reconsideration)?
Too many claimants make the critical mistake of not filing an appeal after they've been denied their disability benefits.
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Disability Denied: Should I Request Reconsideration Using a Lawyer?
If your initial application for Social Security disability benefits has been denied, it may be a good time to talk to a lawyer.
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ALJ Disability Hearing Decisions Explained
Learn about the possible decisions the administrative law judge (ALJ) may make after a Social Security Disability hearing.
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What Happens at a Social Security Disability Hearing?
Disability hearings are short, informal proceedings where you can explain to a judge why you can’t work.
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What Happens After Your Disability Hearing?
There are a number of different paths your disability case can take after a Social Security hearing.
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Third Level of Appeal for Disability: Appeals Council & Remands
How to appeal your disability claim to the next level after the ALJ decides you're not disabled.
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How to Write a Disability Appeals Council Brief or Letter
You'll need to write a letter to the Appeals Council about why the judge's disability denial should be reversed. Here's how.
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Disability Appeals Council: Do I Still Have a Chance to Win?
Getting the Appeals Council to review your case can be difficult. Here are some tips to increase your odds.