New York City Social Security Appeals Lawyer Providing Guidance For Denied Applicants

A Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits denial can be frustrating, inflicting financial strain and feelings of invalidation. At Palillo Law, we understand this and want you to know a denial is not the end of the road. With more than 40 years of combined experience, you can trust our team to help you request an appeal.

Understanding Denial Reasons

An initial denial notice outlines specific factors for the rejection, which commonly include:

• Insufficient medical evidence: Your records lack detailed clinical evidence to prove your condition or how your symptoms limit your functional capabilities.

• Condition severity: The agency determines your impairment is not severe enough or will not last the mandatory 12 consecutive months.

• Technical errors: You lacked the required filing documents or earned over the income limit.

• Ability to work: Examiners decide that you can still perform your past work or adapt to a lighter job.

• Lack of work history: You have not accumulated enough work credits to qualify.

Understanding the reason for your denial is a step toward building an appeal. As your Social Security appeals lawyer, we provide guidance on navigating the appeals process.

The Appeals Process Timeline

The appeals process has a multitiered timeline with strict 60-day deadlines:

• Reconsideration: The first stage involves a review of your file by a new medical team that was not part of your initial denial.

• Administrative law judge hearing: If you face a denial during the reconsideration phase, you can request a hearing to present your case directly to a judge.

• Appeals council review: If the judge denies your claim, this council examines the decision strictly for legal or procedural errors, rather than re-evaluating your medical condition.

• Federal court review: You can file a federal district court action if you do not agree with the response that the appeals council provided.

Our Social Security denial attorneys will identify gaps in your application, manage paperwork and gather more evidence to prove your functional limitations. Should you need to go to court, we stand with you as your legal representative.

We Handle SSDI Denials. Let Us Help You Request An Appeal.

An SSDI denial can be disheartening, but you have the option to plead for a reconsideration. Call us at 917-920-6601, and we will connect you to an experienced Social Security denial attorney. You may also send us an email.