Are you seeking Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in Fresno? The process of obtaining those benefits can be complex and time consuming, but an experienced SSD lawyer can make it much easier to bear.
At Milam Law, our Fresno Social Security Disability attorneys have extensive experience handling SSD claims and appeals. Whatever stage of the process you are in, we can help you make the most of your SSD application or appeal.
Contact us online or by telephone at 877-840-3508 to speak with a knowledgeable Social Security Disability lawyer in Fresno. We can answer your questions about the application and appeals process in Fresno.
Social Security Disability Applications in Fresno
You can apply for SSD benefits as soon as you become disabled. We advise you to contact us first because our Fresno SSD attorneys can help you from the very beginning and give you an even better chance to win early. The forms and guidelines for submitting your claim are very complex and many applications are denied simply because they are not filled out properly. Our SSD lawyers know how to prepare and submit initial applications in the correct manner.
Working with an attorney early on in the process can help you have the best chance of winning your case, winning as early as possible, obtaining full benefits after you win, and paying the least for attorney services.
Fresno Social Security Disability Appeals
The majority of SSD initial applications are denied, but the appeals process offers hope to claimants. We can help you with all stages of the appeals process, including:
- Written request for reconsideration: If your initial application is denied, we can help you submit this written appeal, which essentially asks the SSA to have someone new look at your file and review the decision.
- Administrative law judge hearing: This is the first chance to present your case in person to a Social Security Administration official. This is also where founding attorney Jeffrey Milam's experience as an attorney/adviser to these judges is especially valuable.
- Appeals Council: If the ALJ denies your claim, you may appeal to the SSA Appeals Council. The council will approve your claim, deny it, or send it back to the ALJ for further review.
- Federal district court appeal: After all the administrative appeal options have been exhausted, the final option is to file a lawsuit in federal district court, followed by a federal circuit court appeal in some cases.
Contact Our Fresno SSD Appeals Process Lawyers
If you have questions about the SSD application and appeals process in Fresno, we are here for you. Contact us online or by telephone at 877-840-3508 to speak with an experienced Fresno Social Security Disability benefits lawyer. At Milam Law, we have offices located in Fresno, Sacramento, Grass Valley and Modesto. We offer Spanish, Lao, Cambodian and Hmong translation and interpretation services for the convenience of our clients.
