Being sick or injured is very upsetting, but when a person is unable to work, it becomes terrifying. They wonder how their family will afford the mortgage and other basic necessities. In the United States, the Social Security disability program is the only alternative most people have. Even then it’s not available until they have been disabled for at least twelve months. During that year, many people have exhausted their personal resources. To make matters worse, their initial claim may be denied by the Social Security staff. Social Security Attorneys in Carlisle are ready to help them successfully through the process.
Lawyers at Serratelli Schiffman & Brown P.C Carlisle. have over 30 years combined experience helping disabled people get benefits they are entitled to. Many of these people have worked for decades and paid into the system. They are shocked to find out that they don’t qualify for the program. They also don’t think that they have the money to pay for a lawyer. However, these lawyers take Social Security disability cases on a contingency basis. That means if their client’s application is not approved, they don’t get paid.
Once a claim has been denied the applicant has a very short period to request a reconsideration. Social Security Attorneys in Carlisle also need to prepare to meet with the application reviewers. If the reconsideration is unsuccessful, they can request a hearing before an administrative law judge. A lawyer will be there to represent the Social Security Administration and explain the denial. At this stage, applicants need a lawyer to make sure that their case is fully heard. It is not uncommon that the application will be denied again and eventually travel to a federal court. The Social Security Administration has large resources to fight claims. However, individuals can expect vigorous representation from their lawyers as well.
They will make sure that their doctor has filed the proper supporting evidence that shows how their illness or injury prevents them from working. They will also bring in employment specialists that show there is no other type of work available in the region that the person could do. If an employer has made accommodations such as letting a person sit instead of standing or rest frequently, the lawyer will demonstrate that the person still couldn’t work. These factors increase the chance of an application being approved. .
