Skilled Representation for Denied Disability Claims
Many people who have been denied SSDI benefits simply give up because they think the denial is the final word on the matter. While it is true that the majority of Social Security Disability applications are denied on their first application, the issue is far from over. If you have been denied benefits, you can appeal the decision.
The appeals process can be confusing and sometimes overwhelming if you have never been through it before. It is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side from the start. At the law firm of Kathryn Williams, P.A., we have experience handling all types of Social Security Disability appeals in Greenville, South Carolina, and throughout the upstate area.
The SSDI Appeals Process
The following information is provided to help you understand the various steps in the appeals process. We work diligently to see that you receive the benefits you need when you are unable to work. We will provide a complete evaluation of your claim and give you an honest assessment of your chances for success on appeal.
- Reconsideration: Once you have received your denial, you have 60 days to request a reconsideration. Your claim will be reviewed by someone other than the person who initially handled your claim. You have the right to provide additional information for your reconsideration.
- ALJ (administrative law judge) hearing: If your benefits are not approved on the reconsideration, you have 60 days to request a hearing. The ALJ hearing is overseen by a judge who was not involved in either of the first two reviews of your claim. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in ALJ hearings.
- Appeals council review: There are a number of outcomes that can result from an appeals council review. The council can confirm or reverse the judge's decision, refer the case back to the judge, or refuse to review your case.
- Federal Court: If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the appeals council review, it is possible to file suit in federal district court. This is extremely rare. The appeals process is quite comprehensive, and we will have a good indication of the strength of your claim long before reaching this stage.
Discuss Your Case With a Lawyer
If you have been denied SSDI benefits, contact our office today for a free initial consultation. In Greenville, you can reach us by phone at 864-640-8430. In upstate South Carolina, call us toll free at 1-877-548-8754. You can also reach us via e-mail. There are no up-front attorney's fees — we are paid from any benefits we secure on your behalf. If we don't recover benefits for you, there is no fee.
