Social Security Disability - Page 2

You can appeal a decision on disability benefits by Social Security by taking the following steps:

• Reading the decision letter carefully
• Appealing the decision within sixty days of receiving the letter

Strictly speaking, you do not need an attorney for a Social Security disability appeal – you can file and go through the process alone.  However, appeals have multiple stages and are even more complex than filing an initial claim. According to the National...

While it is not required to hire an attorney to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, a lawyer can be helpful. If you disagree with the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) decision, an attorney can guide you through the appeals process.  A

There are many conditions that are considered for disability. You may qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits if you have a permanent physical or mental impairment that prevents you from earning a substantial income.

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According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), approximately 35 percent of disability appeals are approved for both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This percentage is a national average for the latest year available, 2010. The percentage of current disability appeals that are approved...