If you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits and are afraid of being denied, or if you have already been denied, you are not alone.
In fact, the majority of SSD applications are denied the first time around - even many quality applications.
While sometimes there is nothing you can do to prevent your application from being denied, there are many ways to make sure you submit the strongest application possible.
The following errors are some of the most common reasons Social Security Disability is denied:
- Inadequate information or supporting documents about the disability (tax docs, work history, contact info, etc)
- Lack of proper medical records
- You've been denied previously
- Failure to follow the doctor's treatment
- You make too much money
- Failure to cooperate with the Social Security Administration
Remember that even the most well-prepared applicants most often face denial on their first applications. From there, applicants may appeal.
It is highly advisable to get a quality attorney for the appeal process. The lawyer's fee is limited to a relatively small percentage of the past due benefits, and only if the lawyer is successful. Nothing can be charged from ongoing benefits.
Learn more about the SDD application and appeal process by contacting (901-327-1212) one of our Social Security Disability attorneys.
