Being gainfully employed is considered a privilege by
some people. With a stable job, they can provide for their family and maybe
have enough for some luxuries like a fancy car. However, some people can no
longer enjoy such privileges if they have a disabling medical condition that
prevents them from doing so.
Fortunately, they can apply for disability benefits
with the Social Security Administration or SSA. The SSA will then have a
disability examiner evaluate their claims to deduce whether they qualify for
the benefits or not. Unfortunately, there are times when claims are denied and
this can be devastating for the disabled citizens and their families.
Thankfully, they have the right to make an appeal to
the SSA and reconsider their decision. At this point, they can benefit from
enlisting the services of a disability lawyer to help them make the appeal.
Disability lawyers are well-versed with SSA rules and regulations, able to
properly guide the claimants on how to prepare for a hearing in front of an
administrative law judge (ALJ).
At times, these lawyers can even enlist the help of
witnesses that can testify to the claimants’ condition. Former employers and
past and current caregivers or physical therapists can also convince the SSA to
finally approve the application so claimants can receive the benefits they duly
deserve.
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