If your claim for Social Security disability benefits was denied, you are among friends. Based on current statistics, less than 40 percent of initial claims are approved. There are many reasons why a claim is denied: perhaps your income is too high, or your disability is seen to be short-term; less than one year. Regardless of the reason given by the SSA, many people hire Social Security lawyers in Chicago and appeal.
There are several layers of appeal; this is where Social Security lawyers in Chicago become extremely helpful, without them, winning can be hard.
Appeal stage one: Reconsideration
Appeal stage two: A hearing
If your appeal is denied by the ALJ, you can request a review by the Appeals Council. For the Council to consider your case, there must be ample evidence that there is a flaw in the decision rendered by the ALJ.
After all other avenues have been exhausted and you feel strongly that your application should be approved, you can file suit in a U.S. district court. Very few claims reach this stage; many that were originally denied are overturned after the hearing.
If your claim for disability benefits was not approved, you may wish to consider hiring Social Security lawyers in Chicago to assist with your appeal. For a free evaluation of your case, contact The Law Offices of Rabin, Kodner & Brown.