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WHY THE 60 DAY RULE IS SO IMPORTANT

WHY THE 60 DAY RULE IN SSDI IS SO IMPORTANT 

By Charles W. Forsythe at The Forsythe Firm

Let's face it, very few Social Security disability claims get approved without an appeal  (Fewer than 3 out of 10).

Any unfavorable Social Security decision has a very limited time for appeal.  If you wait more than 65 days, your appeal won't be accepted and you must start over by filing a new claim.  The results of this include:

  • a longer than necessary delay (up to 18 more months)
  • a reduction of potential past due pay
  • a longer wait for Medicare insurance eligibility
  • Loss of some benefits you may never be able to recover

It is almost never wise to file a new SSDI claim vs. appealing an unfavorable decision.  

Some points you must know about a Social Security appeal:

  1. An appeal is not starting over; it continues your claim on a new level.
  2. An appeal protects your rights, including all your back pay, from the original claim.
  3. An appeal is your BEST chance to get approved and get paid.
  4. The appeal costs you nothing to file.
  5. All appeals must be in writing (Phone calls are NOT appeals).
  6. The appeal should be carefully drafted for the best chance to win.
  7. Your appeal must contain certain documents and follow certain rules.
  8. The Social Security office will not appeal your denial for you.

While you are not required to use a lawyer or certified non-attorney representative to file an appeal, getting representation may increase your chance for approval by 300 percent.

One final point:  Many appeals are also denied, especially the first one.  If your first appeal is denied, promptly appeal again (within the 60 day limit).  The second appeal takes you to a hearing before a federal Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), who will give you a personal review and a totally new decision.

More claims get approved before judges than anywhere else.  It's your  absolute best chance!

The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville understands the complicated appeals process and will prepare you and your appeal for a good outcome.  

The Forsythe Firm offers:

  • Personal representation:  Meet your representative on day one
  • Free consultations and case evaluations; no upfront cost to you
  •  Never a fee unless you are approved and receive past due payments.
  • Assistance with proving your case according to the rules and regulations
  • the maximum past due benefit ("back pay") to which you're entitled.
  • Direct payment of our fee by the Social Security Administration (deducted from your past due pay).
  • Courteous, respectful treatment of all clients

Start your consultation with just one free phone call.  (256) 799-0297

THE FORSYTHE FIRM *  7027 Old Madison Pike NW * Huntsville, AL

Telephone (256) 799-0297      Email:  ForsytheFirm@gmail.com


 

 

 

 

  

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