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Backlogs for SSD appeals cases causing worry

On Behalf of | May 23, 2016 | Social Security Disability Benefits

A number of Americans are waiting more than 500 days for a decision regarding their unresolved claims from the Social Security Administration. As a result, the administration is making changes behind closed doors as a means of reducing this backlog and the handling of future claims. The appeals process is no exception.

Denials occur during the first round

Despite the government’s scrutiny of claims coming in, many experience a denial their first time through. Subsequently, claimants must undergo the appeals process and could ultimately find themselves in federal court. All of this adds time to the process, and delays the distribution of benefits.

Many people who experience rejections in the initial stages give up hope. They feel that they have no other options in place and continue to struggle due to their condition or disability. You need to know that if you find yourself in this position, you may be able to appeal the ruling that was handed down in your case.

Because the SSD approval process can be so complicated, you have to make sure that you understand the work that you need to do at each stage in the process. Your application, even if valid, may not receive the review that it deserves if essential information is missing.

The backlog is detrimental

With a backlog as large as it is, claimants are dying while waiting on the list. Additionally, people have reported losing their homes while waiting for hearings as well. The process can be extremely confusing and frustrating, and it is important that you work with an experienced attorney to ensure that your application has been completed properly. Failing to provide the correct paperwork may result in additional delays for your claims.

Contact an experienced attorney

Do you have a social security claim that you’ve haven’t received a date for a hearing yet, or that you would like to appeal? By contacting an experienced attorney, they will help answer your questions about the process and file the necessary paperwork for you. It’s critical to get this right the first time around, especially if you haven’t received a denial yet. 

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