Social Security Disability Denial

Wisconsin Social Security Disability Appeals Lawyer

The Social Security system is intended to provide support to individuals who need it most, such as individuals who cannot work due to injury or disability. However, no matter how apparent the medical condition, it can be an excruciating process to obtain the Social Security disability benefits you need and deserve. In fact, most initial application claims for benefits are denied. Don't let denied disability benefits discourage you from pursuing what you need.

The social security disability lawyers at Hickey, Turim, & Usow, S.C. can help you through the SSD appeals process. Contact us for skillful representation in Milwaukee, Waukesha or throughout South East Wisconsin.

Understanding the Social Security Disability Appeals Process

Our Social Security disability lawyers help clients understand and advocate on their behalf throughout the appeals process:

• The initial claim: The Social Security Administration (SSA) has set forth strict guidelines for benefit applications which cause most initial claims to be denied.
• First appeal: If you have received a denial of your initial claim for benefits, we can assist you with a request for reconsideration. (The request for reconsideration must be filed within 60 days of the denied disability claim.)
• Second appeal: If the claim is still denied, our Social Security disability attorneys can represent you in a hearing before an administrative law judge. (The request for this hearing must be made within 60 days of the reconsideration denial decision.)
• Third appeal: If the claim is still denied after a hearing before the administrative law judge, the case can be reviewed by the appeals council. (The request for an appeals council review must be made within 60 days of the administrative law judge's denial.)
• Federal appeal: If your claim is still denied after all state level appeals have been exhausted, we can represent you in an appeal before the United States District Court. (The request for federal review must be made within 60 days of the notice of denial from the appeals council.)

Each stage of the Social Security disability appeals process has very strict deadlines. Therefore, it is essential to act quickly to consult with an attorney and start preparing your case. Contact our lawyers in Waukesha or Milwaukee for experienced representation in SSD or SSDI appeals.