Additional Appeals for Social Security Disability Claimants
In some cases, claimants are unsuccessful at the administrative hearing level. The administrative law judge rules that they are not entitled to disability benefits under the Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.
In such circumstances, our advocates will carefully analyze the judge's decision as well as our own assessment of the strength of our client's claim. If we believe the circumstances warrant further appeals, we have the resources and experience to continue to fight for our client's right to receive Social Security disability benefits.
Mathis & Mathis, P.C. — The Disability Advocates — Washington, DC
Since 1985, the disability advocates at Mathis & Mathis have represented Social Security disability claimants during all stages of the application and appeals process. Our team is committed to providing high-quality legal assistance to disability benefits claimants. Disability benefits advocacy is the only work we do at Mathis & Mathis — we believe in dedicating our time and skills to helping disabled people obtain the government benefits they deserve.
Basic Information About the Appeals Process
For clients whose Social Security disability benefits applications are denied by an administrative hearing judge, we usually recommend taking two additional steps at the same time.
Appeal to the Appeals Council: The final administrative step is to appeal to the Social Security Appeals Council. This appeal must be made within 60 days of receiving the hearing decision. The Appeals Council will review the request and do one of three things: deny the request, if it finds the hearing judge made a correct ruling; review your case itself and issue an independent decision; or return your case to the administrative hearing judge for further review, if the Appeals Council determines the administrative hearing judge made one or more errors.
New Application: We also usually recommend to our clients that they file a new application for Social Security disability benefits at the same time as they request an Appeals Council review of their case. The purpose of filing a new application is to submit new evidence about your medical conditions that may have arisen since your original application. The Appeals Council will only review the existing evidence in your case, which is why a new application may also be necessary.
Appeal to Federal Court: Many disabled people are denied at each administrative appeal. The Social Security law provides for further appeal challenging the final agency denial decision in the federal courts. In appropriate cases, we can also help with this step to secure the right to disability benefits.
Contact Mathis & Mathis for a Free Consultation
If you have questions about appeals after an administrative law judge has denied your Social Security benefits application, we encourage you to contact a lawyer at our office to schedule a free initial consultation. Call toll-free 888-309-9781 or contact us online.
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