Q: Should you have a social security lawyer if your disability claim was denied?
A: Having your case reconsidered is your next option if you were not approved for disability after the initial review process. It may be wise to seek the counsel of a social security lawyer if you plan to have your claim reconsidered, since many claims must go on to the hearing process. It is very important that you provide all the requisite forms no later than 60 days after the date of your application denial. If you fail to meet that deadline, you will have to submit a new claim and undergo the initial review process once more. Most claims are denied during the initial review process. Many cases are actually not approved until they have been through a hearing. But your case must be denied an appeal to be reconsidered before you can ask for a hearing. That is why it is so crucial that you meet the deadline for reconsideration. As previously mentioned, a social security lawyer can be a tremendous help, as your claim navigates both the reconsideration and hearing processes.
Q: Once you have requested a hearing, how much time does it take?
A: The time it can take to schedule a hearing once it has been requested can vary greatly. It can take a year or two until a hearing is scheduled. The scheduling delay is often dependent upon the backlog in your particular state. It is important, therefore, to not add any more time to the wait by submitting your request for a hearing as quickly as possible. If you do not already have a social security lawyer, it would be wise to seek one to represent your case during the hearing. A social security lawyer will make sure that your claim is handled fairly and adjudicated correctly.
Q: Should you be concerned if you have not heard anything after a hearing request has been made on a social security disability claim?
A: A claimant does not often receive much communication while he is waiting for a hearing to be scheduled. Notification will usually be received to acknowledge the hearing appeal, when a hearing date has been set and when a decision has been made after the hearing. Claimants in some states may also receive an exhibit list, which provides details of everything in your file. A social security lawyer is your best advocate if you are having any difficulty with the hearing process.

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