SSDI, or Social Security Disability Insurance, is a financial aid program managed at the federal level. Because of the high volumes of applications for SSDI benefits, the program is managed and controlled very closely and very few benefits are actually awarded out. The majority of applications are rejected. Here is a table illustrating the figures for January, February, and March 2018:
With more applications being rejected than accepted, the process is extremely draining, emotionally as well as physically. There are stories about legitimate disabilities getting overlooked, long waiting periods for benefits to begin, not being given a fair hearing during appeals, etc.
Why You Need an Attorney
Claims may stand a better chance of acceptance if they are presented thoroughly and without mistakes. For an individual faced with the prospect of long-term disability that interferes with their ability to work and live, the denial of a painstakingly prepared SSDI claim can cause a bigger dent in their confidence.
Here are some reasons why hiring a disability attorney can improve the chances of receiving SSDI benefits:
Preparing the Application
Applying for SSDI benefits can be done online and there is a list of disabilities that qualify for benefits, as well as other useful pointers regarding completing the application. As a result, individuals can study requirements and start the application process.
An attorney at this stage can help with ensuring the disability is categorized accurately and the documented proof or medical reports are all in order, as required by the authorities. Keep in mind that the proof of disability is scrutinized to ensure the disability is legitimate.
Disability Hearing For Appeals
A disability hearing happens when an applicant appeals against a rejection. But at times, the application process can get become too lengthy and the applicant may get fatigued. By the time the application is rejected, the individual may be demotivated enough to stop trying to claim what may be rightfully theirs as a result of a devastating disability.
A disability lawyer at this stage helps ensure the applicant is better aware of the process, the questions being asked, and how to answer them in the best possible way. Hiring an experienced disability attorney can also reduce the accompanying fatigue, enabling the applicant to complete the process with higher chances of acceptance.
About Us:
Legal Rights Advocates, PLLC is a law firm that helps clients who are facing disability and may or may not have considered applying for SSDI benefits . Our team of attorneys, over the years, has helped countless clients understand the claims process better, speed up SSDI claims where needed, and helped them win largely successful outcomes.
Call us at (855) 254-7841 for immediate assistance or even if you simply want to learn more about how to go about the process of application.
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