Don't Give Up!
Don’t’ Give Up!
If you ask me, ( and yes, I know you didn’t), one mistake people applying for disability make, is to give up too easily. When they receive a denial at the initial stage, many people fail to appeal. They figure they’ll just get turned down again. And, yes, at reconsideration, there is a good chance that they will get turned down again. But, at the third level (hearing level), they have their best shot at getting disability insurance awarded.
You can check the exact figures in one of my previous entries but about 20% of the claims get approved at the reconsideration level and more than half get awarded benefits at the hearing level.
So, in most cases*, unless you believe you are capable of working, you should file an appeal. It’s not difficult to do and you can always seek the assistance of a representative.
*There are some cases where it may be a disadvantage to take your claim through the hearing level. Therefore, if you are appealing, it is a good idea to seek representation. Call one of our social security disability lawyers in Maryland, or go visit our frequently asked questions on our website at G&B-social-security-law.
To learn more about social security disability issues, please see our website at G&B Website and click on social security frequently asked questions.
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