Representation at the Appeals Stage
It is not uncommon for a Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income (SSD/SSI) claim to be denied the first two times. We understand that it is discouraging, but you do not have to give up. There are options available to you if you wish to pursue your claim for benefits further.
The lawyers at the Robert A. Koenigsberg Law Offices can help you take your SSD/SSI case to the appeals stage. We know that waiting for benefits is difficult. We treat our clients with respect and care as we work toward obtaining SSD/SSI benefits for them. Please call our office at 212-964-9292 to schedule an appointment with a New York Social Security Disability appeals attorney. Your consultation is free.
You Still Have Options
If your SSD/SSI claim is denied after the disability hearing with the administrative law judge, you may request a review of your case by the Appeals Council. Decisions at the appeals stage are largely based on the existing case evidence in your file. Consequently, it is important to have all of the pertinent medical evidence included in your file prior to the appeals process.
There are two options to appeal a denial after the disability hearing:
- Request a review by the Appeals Council
- Take your case to federal court
You must request a review by the Appeals Council within 60 days after your claim is denied at the hearing. Do not miss this deadline. It is a good idea to work with a lawyer at this stage if you are not already doing so.
The Appeals Council will examine your request for review. The council may find that the disability hearing decision was correct, or it may deny your request for a review. If the council does grant a review, it may decide the case itself or send it to an administrative law judge for further review.
If the Appeals Council denies your claim or decides not to review your case, you may then file a lawsuit in a federal district court. There is a 60-day deadline from the date of the appeals denial for filing this lawsuit.
Should you decide to take your disability case to federal court, you need a lawyer with experience in federal court proceedings. We have the experience you need. For a free consultation with a New York City denied benefits attorney, please call 212-964-9292 or contact us online.
