Things That Will Harm Your Social Security Disability Claim

When a serious illness or injury makes it impossible for you to continue working, you may soon find yourself in need of outside assistance for vital expenses like paying the mortgage or buying groceries. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides monthly disability benefits to those who are completely disabled and unable to work.

The process of actually getting Social Security disability benefits isn't simply a matter of alerting the SSA to the existence of your medical conditions. You must be able to present a clear case that you are in need of disability benefits. Your Jacksonville Social Security disability lawyer will be able to talk to you about what is required in order to build a successful disability claim.

Common Reasons for Denial of Social Security Disability Benefits

Many Social Security disability applications are denied from the outset because they lack sufficient evidence to prove disability. Other applicants may receive a delay in payments or an outright denial for the most seemingly minor of mistakes. Listed below are some of the most common reasons for the denial of Social Security disability benefits:

Failure to Submit All Required Documents - The SSA requires numerous forms and documents, and if you neglect to submit one of these, or you miss the deadline, the SSA may take that as their cue to deny your application. With a Jacksonville Social Security disability lawyer working on your case, you can be sure that you don't miss deadlines or fail to include all of the proper forms.

Lack of Medical Evidence - In order to achieve a successful application for Social Security disability benefits you have to prove that you suffer from one of the SSA's recognized medical or mental health conditions as outlined in the Listing of Impairments. The best way to do this is to submit complete medical evidence that includes doctor's reports, results of blood work, x-rays, MRI reports and mental health records. Your Jacksonville Social Security disability lawyer will have the experience to help you determine what medical evidence is necessary to prove that your disabilities are preventing you from being able to earn a living.

You Fail to Follow Doctor's Orders - If you are in the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits, it is critical that you stay in contact with all of your physicians and that you keep all appointments. If the SSA's disability examiner or Administrative Judge learn that you haven't been following your doctor's orders or you've been skipping appointments on a regular basis, they are apt to dismiss your application at the outset. If you are having trouble affording routine medical care, or you have difficulty in reaching your appointments, talk to your attorney. They may have suggestions on local resources available to help you fulfill your medical requirements.

Contacting a Jacksonville Social Security Disability Lawyer

These are just a few of the reasons that your disability claim might be denied by the Social Security Administration. Because there are growing numbers of applicants every day for Social Security disability benefits, the SSA is responding to the demand with an increase in denials. Don't let an avoidable mistake ruin your chances for the benefits you so desperately need and deserve.

The Social Security attorneys at Sullivan & Hepler understand that you have questions regarding your Jacksonville Social Security disability claim. We have your answers. Before you hire an attorney or file your claim, order this free consumer guide Cutting Through the Red Tape: Top Ten Things Florida Social Security Disability Applicants Should Know for more information about how to build a strong claim. Contact us today at 904-384-8808 or 1-800-295-4193

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