Many people with disabilities rely on the Social Security Administration (SSA) for financial assistance and to pay for medical care. Receiving this support requires filing a Social Security Disability (SSD) claim with the SSA, which might get rejected initially. This may surprise you, but rejection of claims happens more often than you may think.
There are various reasons for the SSA rejecting your disability claim. Regardless of individual circumstances, those benefits are there for people who need them. Fortunately, a disability attorney is your best advocate in finding a solution if your SSD claim is not approved. Don’t let an initial claim rejection stop you from pursuing your disability benefits. Many local attorneys with knowledge of injury-related issues can help you get disability compensation and file a successful appeal.
Why Would the SSA Reject My Disability Claim?
The SSA could deny your disability claim over something simple or administrative, such as the SSA being unable to reach you by phone or email. Other reasons include
- Insufficient or inaccurate medical documents
- Prior rejections
- Failure to keep medical appointments
- Evidence that you are working
- Income that is too high
Being denied your claim after the initial filing should not discourage you from appealing the decision or, more importantly, seeking legal help. You might think one “blemish” on your record can bar you from benefits. However, there are legal complexities that an experienced disability lawyer can navigate, making appealing the rejection a viable solution.
Appealing Your Claim Rejection
The professionals at Clements, Taylor, Butkovich & Cohen, L.P.A., Co., are experienced in appealing denials of SSD benefits. You may not know that filing an appeal can improve your chances of receiving the compensation you need. Fortunately, our attorneys know this secret, and they’ll work hard to leverage their knowledge of disability law to make it work in your favor.
One of our disability lawyers will walk you through the appeals process, from the initial request for reconsideration to the Social Security Appeals Council hearing. We can even take your case to Federal court if necessary. Contact our Cincinnati law team today for a free initial consultation. Call us at 513.721.6500 or complete our contact form online.