Injured workers throughout central and southern Ohio rely on the experienced representation offered by The Bainbridge Firm LLC. From our offices located in Columbus, Ironton and Portsmouth, Ohio, our skilled lawyers help clients with Social Security Disability (SSD) appeals.
Columbus SSD Appeals Attorneys
From years of experience, we know even carefully prepared applications often involve appeals. Our knowledgeable attorneys can navigate you through the SSD process and appeal the decision. A progressive system for appeals involves up to four levels, which all follow a stringent timeline. These four levels of appeals include:
- Reconsideration — This must be requested within 60 days of an application denial and the decision will take between 45 days and six months. If this is rejected, the matter can move up to an administrative hearing.
- Administrative hearing — An administrative law judge considers your claim and reviews medical evidence. While the judge's decision will come within two to eight months, it can take up to two years to get before the judge. If the matter is still not resolved favorably after this, a written appeal can move the matter to the next level.
- Social Security Administration's (SSA) Appeals Council — The decision takes between six and 16 months and the case goes back to the administrative law judge for a review if approved. If the case is denied, an appeal can be filed with the federal court of appeal within 60 days.
- Federal court appeal — It can take between 18 and 30 months for a judge to award benefits, send the case back to the administrative law judge or deny the claim.
For each SSD case, it is always our goal to attain the maximum benefit possible for a client. We effectively revolve issues by combining our legal proficiency with personalized, professional client service.
Steubenville Social Security Disability Attorneys
If you have been denied claims and would like to speak to knowledgeable lawyer about appeals, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation. Please call 866-253-7107 or send an e-mail. We value your inquiry and will respond to you within two business days.