As a general rule, you can't get approved for Social Security disability without a hearing. It's just the way the system is designed: Most applications are denied rather mechanically. Decisions get "re-thought" at a hearing.
We speak to people every day who are disappointed, discouraged and ready to give up because their disability got denied. Many have the attitude, "I'm not going to get my benefits, so I should just give up."
In reality, a denial is when you really begin to fight, and where the best work can be done. Your odds for approval actually increase when you get denied (if you appeal and ask for a hearing).
Here are some approximate numbers that may put Social Security disability in perspective:
27 percent are approved at the application stage (just filing an application).
4 percent are approved at "Reconsideration," the first appeal.
45 percent or more are approved at their hearing (before a judge)
What this tells you? Don't expect to be approved by filing an application because most applications are rather mechanically denied.
The first appeal (called "Reconsideration") is a waste of time, but required.
The hearing is where your real hope and best chance resides.
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The Forsythe Firm
Social Security Disability Counselors
Huntsville, AL 35806 Call (256) 799-0297
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