Social Security Appeal Legal Services

Expert Help for SSD/SSI Claims and Appeals

Getting disability coverage can be a difficult process. However, most people win their claims at the appeal level when they go before an appeals judge to present their cases in person. Having an attorney to present your case and the evidence of your disability will greatly improve your chances of being approved.

You can get the quality representation you need from the Law Office of Lindsay Preston Rand. We have over 40 years of experience, and we're a local, peer-reviewed firm that will support you from the start of your appeal to the end. We offer knowledgeable support with a personalized touch.

Get the support you need for your SSDI appeal. The Law Office of Lindsay Rand is ready to help. Most consultations are available in just a few days, but emergency appointments can be the same day you call. With a free consultation, we'll review your case and help you move forward. Call now!

Four Steps for Your Social Security Appeal

If your disability claim with the Social Security Administration has been denied, you may feel defeated and demoralized. However, there's still reason to have hope. The Law Office of Lindsay Preston Rand can help you start, finish, and win your appeal

When your claim has been denied, you will receive a denial letter that states why your claim was denied and what the deadline is for filing your appeal. If you miss the deadline, you will have to begin the whole process over again. If your claim is denied, contact us to help you navigate through the appeal process and improve your chances of being approved.

First Step: Request for Reconsideration

In most states, you can ask for reconsideration of your claim, and the reconsideration will be performed by a medical consultant and an examiner who were not part of the original assessment of your claim.

Second Step: Request A Hearing Before an Administrative Law Judge

If you were denied disability again, you’ll receive a letter like the first one stating the deadline to appeal the decision. You must request your hearing within 60 days.

When you go to your hearing before an administrative law judge, you should have an attorney represent you to help you present your medical and all other evidence. You have a good chance of being approved at the hearing because you and your attorney can present your case in person and also call witnesses such as your physician(s) to testify on your behalf about your prognosis, your level of functioning, and why you cannot work. You can bring a vocational expert, who can testify about your past work and why you cannot do it or any other work.

At this point of the appeals process, it is a very good idea to have a lawyer who is experienced in presenting cases before the judge. At the Law Office of Lindsay Preston Rand, we have the experience and dedication to use the right evidence and ask the right questions to get your appeal approved.

Third Step: Request a Review by the Appeals Council

If the judge denies your claim, you should apply for a review by the Appeals Council. Though a small percentage of claims are granted in a review, most often they deny claims at this stage. The Appeals Council is looking for procedural errors in your process or prejudice in hearing your case.

Final Step: Federal Court Review Hearing

Though you have a good chance of winning before a federal judge, suing in federal court is costly and takes time. Another option would be to refile your claim and start the process over again. If you’ve gone through the process without an attorney, you might be better at it a second time around.

As you can see, appealing a decision in order to get SSD or SSI benefits can be a complicated and laborious process. Having a disability attorney who knows how to navigate the system is critical. You can trust the team at the Law Office of Lindsay Rand. We will stand up for your rights and work hard to ensure your paperwork is completed, deadlines are met, and all the necessary evidence is submitted.

Contact Us for Free Appeals Consultation

Let the Law Office of Lindsay Preston Rand help you with your Social Security Disability appeal. You shouldn't have to worry about the paperwork. Your focus should be on your recovery and getting back to work. Attorney Rand has worked as a federal employee and as a claimants' attorney in the area of Social Security law offering representation at all levels of appeal.

With over 40 years of experience in the practice of Social Security Disability law, our practice strongly focuses on all aspects of Social Security Disability law. We have represented Social Security clients on a national basis, appearing at administrative hearings and as counsel of record in over 15 states.

If you would like help going through this tedious process of obtaining benefits through the Social Security Administration, you should call the Law Office of Lindsay Preston Rand or fill out our online form before you file a disability appeal. We work on a contingency fee basis, so we don't get paid until you win.