If Your Case is Denied After Reconsideration, Do You Need a Social Security Attorney?
Q: What happens at the first interview after you apply for disability through social security?
A: Your disability application interview will be set up shortly after you submit your application for social security disability. This interview is the starting point for your case manager to gather pertinent information regarding your injury or condition and your work status. Your social security attorney will make sure you have all the applicable information and documentation for that first meeting with social security. You may not plan to hire a social security attorney, in which case you should get organized and assure that you arrive at that interview with all the necessary items. Some sort of photo identification, like a drivers license or passport, is required. You will have to answer some questions regarding your identity, if you do not currently possess a picture identification card. Provide a certified copy of your birth certificate. Take proof of marriage, if applicable. If you have children, have supporting documents that confirm their status as your dependents. Provide a DD Form 214, if you were part of the armed services. Years of service can often positively affect your benefit payments. After the disability case manager has confirmed your personal details, he will move on to the details of your case. Make sure you bring copies of your medical records and treatments for your current injury. Have a list of your doctors. Lastly, come prepared with background on the past 15 years of your work history. Of particular interest will be wages and average number of weekly work hours. Again, if you plan to hire a social security attorney for the application process, it would be wise to meet with him or her prior to the initial interview. If you do not plan to hire a social security attorney, then just make sure you have all the supporting documentation necessary to complete that initial interview. By assuring you have all the required documents, you can decrease the chances that your application will be delayed.
Q: What is the next step, if you are not approved for disability benefits through social security?
A: The next step after a claim for social security disability benefits is not approved is to make a request for reconsideration. Paperwork for reconsideration must be submitted no later than 60 days after the date of denial for your particular case. By failing to meet that deadline, you will probably have to file a brand new claim and start all over. You do not necessarily need a social security attorney, but having such an advocate can be helpful during reconsideration. The majority of cases will not be approved after reconsideration and claimants will then request a hearing. It is recommended that you have representation of a social security attorney during the hearing process. A request for hearing cannot be made until a case is denied after reconsideration.
Q: What is the biggest mistake made when a claimant is denied social security disability benefits and files an appeal?
A: The major snare for disability benefits appeals is to miss deadlines. All reconsideration paperwork must be submitted within 60 days of the date of denial of the application. The expertise and experience offered by a social security attorney can be invaluable, if you are confused about appealing your claim.
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