If you are suffering from a disability in Modesto and unable to work, you may be eligible to obtain Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. The process of obtaining those benefits, however, can be difficult and time consuming. Having an experienced SSD attorney on your side can make all the difference.
At Milam Law, we are one of the few law firms in the Modesto area that handles SSD claims and appeals at all levels. Whether you are filing an initial SSD claim or are appealing a denied claim, our attorneys can give you the best possible chance of obtaining the benefits you need and deserve.
Contact us online or by telephone at 877-840-3508 to speak with an experienced Modesto disabling injuries and conditions lawyer. We can answer your questions about the SSD and SSI application and appeals process.
Modesto SSD Initial Applications
The application process for filing an SSD claim is complex and time consuming. Most initial claims are turned down by the Social Security Administration, in many cases due to mistakes and insufficient documentation. Having an experienced and aggressive SSD attorney at this stage of the process can help you avoid those mistakes. Having an attorney help you from the beginning can give you a better chance of obtaining maximum benefits, and obtaining them as quickly as possible. Our attorneys know how to present compelling initial applications and are dedicated to helping our clients throughout the Modesto area obtain SSD benefits as soon as possible. We can tell you the steps to take to increase your chances of winning.
Modesto SSD Appeals
If your initial claim is denied it is not a reason to lose hope. We have helped numerous clients from Modesto and surrounding areas obtain benefits through the appeals process. Our lawyers have extensive experience handling claims at all stages of the appeals process:
- Request for reconsideration: If your initial application is denied, we can help you file a written request for reconsideration. It must be filed within 60 days of the initial denial.
- 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.
Serving Clients in Modesto Suffering From Mental and Physical Injuries
Do you have questions about disabling injuries and conditions in Modesto? Contact us online or by telephone at 877-840-3508 to speak with an experienced Modesto SSD attorney. 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.
