Navigating Social Security Disability Claims

Sept. 7, 2010 - PRLog -- Social security benefits and those seeking social security benefits due to illness or injury have discovered that the system is not easy to navigate. Claims can be challenged for any reason, at any time. As a result, potential recipients are increasingly turning to it attorneys for counsel and assistance. It creates peace of mind, while, at the same time, it expedites the entire claim process.

Social Security Disability | SSI Benefits

On-the-job injuries and occupation accidents occur every day in the United States. If you are unable to work due to a serious illness or injury, you might be entitled to receive Social Security disability or SSI benefits.

Unfortunately, the application process can be complex and difficult. There are numerous rules to comply with, and the paperwork can be overwhelming. Most disability claims are rejected by the government, leaving claimants frustrated and confused.

The SSA recently divulged statistics attesting to the fact that eventually, 34% of all the SSDI benefit applications get approved and benefits are awarded to the applicant. Conversely, when applications are in their initial stages, approximately 75% of all claims are denied. Additionally, it is difficult to estimate whether an individual will be approved or denied because the aforementioned percentages are not broken down based on what type of medical or mental problem you have. On average, it could take up to 2 years before a decision is rendered.

Why do claims get denied?

Many Social Security Disability claims are justified and worthy, but SSDI judges fail to approve many of these claims initially. This is due (in part) to the fact that many of these judges perform limited evaluations of the evidence at hand. Even if you have a good case, the following are the more common reasons that a judge will deny you benefits:
-The applicant has filed previous applications for benefits (when many judges see this, they automatically deny a claim for SSDI benefits)

- The disability application lists numerous impairments, but not a main problem
- Your medical problem might not conform to the Social Security Administration listing for that specific problem

An attorney who specializes in social security disability and SSI benefit claims has the experience and skill necessary to effectively navigate the system, but it’s critical to consult with counsel before you file the claim. An experienced and professional practice like The Law Office of Harold Skovronsky in Brooklyn, New York will have a track record of many years with this specialization.

Skovronsky’s office has handled tens of thousands of disability cases over a span of 35 years, and they offer to assist claimants at any stage of the claim process, from initial application through appeals to the highest courts.

A professional attorney specializing in social security disability and SSI benefit claims will usually not charge for an initial consultation. Skovronsky’s office emphasizes that they do not charge a fee unless they are successful in securing disability benefits.

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For over 35 years, The Law Office of Harold Skovronsky has been serving the New York Metropolitan area including Nassau and Suffolk Counties.