Applying for Social Security disability benefits is one thing, being approved is something different. Disability lawyers in Chicago, those that focus their practice on representing claimants for disability, can be of considerable assistance. This is particularly true if the original application was denied by the Administration. Once an application has been denied it will go through several stages of reconsideration, all of which are complex and require the assistance of an experienced lawyer.
The benefits of having a disability lawyer:
There are lawyers that prefer that applicants apply themselves and then take the case once benefits have been denied, others will take the case right from the outset. Disability lawyers in Chicago that accept the case from the beginning know exactly what information and medical records are required to support the claim.
Gaining approval is difficult, even with a lawyer assisting at the application stage applications are denied. If the application is denied, the real benefit of having hired a lawyer becomes obvious and that is the appeals process.
The appeals process:
In the event the initial claim for benefits is denied the Administration give you a set period of time to appeal the decision. The established appeals process is:
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Reconsideration: This is a request to the Administration to review the original claim with a view to approving it, rarely is approval given at this stage.
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Hearing: A hearing is held in the presence of an Administrative Law Judge; it is at this time that the applicant has the best chance of being approved. It cannot be stressed enough how important it is to have seasoned representation during the hearing. It has been proven time and time again that those who attend the hearing without legal assistance have their claim denied over 60 percent of the time.
Disability lawyers in Chicago can save you considerable time and frustration, they know what the Administration are looking for and they ensure all deadlines are met.
If you are suffering from a physical or emotional disability you should consider hiring disability lawyers in Chicago to assist with the application and appeal. You are invited to discuss your case with the lawyers at The Law Offices of Rabin, Kodner & Brown, Ltd and also like our post on Google+.
