Appealing A Decision

If you've already been denied a claim by the Social Security Administration, we're able to help you with the appeals process. There is a four-step process the government uses during the appeal. Each step has to be completed in order, and we'll help you each step of the way.

1.   Reconsideration - Once you send in the form, your case is given to the State Disability Determination Services office. There, someone besides the initial reviewer will take a look at your medical records and make a new determination concerning your disability.

2.   Hearing  - If the reconsideration is rejected, the next phase is for us to submit a request to the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review. At this point, you could meet personally with the judge. After a meeting, the judge will tell you in writing the decision about your case.

3.   Appeals Council Review - The third step is very similar to the hearing. Your request will once again be sent to the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review. Someone in that office will again take a look at your medical records and notify you in writing of the decision on your case.

4.   District Court Case - At this final level of appeal, you must have an attorney. Your case must be filed against Social Security in a District Court. From here, your case will be heard by a district court judge, who'll notify you in writing of the final decision concerning your case.