When it comes to the Social Security claims process, it's important to have a thorough understanding of what is required by the Social Security Administration.
When an individual applies or disability at the local office or online, staff members are supposed to offer an application for any program that a claimant might be eligible. In theory, claimants do not need to tell staff what they are applying for; a claimant simply goes to the office, says she has a disability and she can't work.
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One application is supposed to cover all programs, but it is important to note minor or dependent children. The application for family benefits is not considered if the claimant does not mention having kids.
At this point the Social Security administration opens a file and ships it to Disability Determination Services (DDS). A clerk and doctors work behind the scenes at DDS and, based on the documentation, either approve or deny the claim. Very often claims are denied and must be appealed. If the appeal is denied, claimants then can go to trial.
At any point in the process, if claimants do not follow procedure or provide correct documentation, the door to rejection swings wide open. By partnering with a skilled and experienced lawyer, claimants can greatly increase their likelihood for success.
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With over 30 years of combined Washington state Social Security legal experience, we at Tucker & Boklage, PLLC, are ready to use our comprehensive knowledge of SSI and SSDI law to help win your claim, from proving a disability and filing an initial application to appeals and hearing, if necessary.
Social Security law is all we practice, and we work one-on-one with clients. When you work with us, you can be assured that every aspect of your claim is fully tended to by an accountable attorney.
For more SSI information or SSDI information, call us to schedule a free initial consultation at 360-524-4934 or e-mail us here.
