In Indianapolis disability attorney Scott Lewis' experience, the above is one of the most often asked questions. There may be numerous answers to this question depending on your own personal circumstances. Probably the most obvious answer is that the majority of initial Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims are denied. That answer usually doesn't comfort a disabled person that is entitled to their disability benefits. It may help to know that statistically your chances of winning your Social Security disability claim increase if you appeal your denial.
As stated earlier, there can be numerous reasons for your Social Security disability claim being denied. One reason in Supplemental Security Income (SSI) cases is that you have too many resources to be eligible for the program. In Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims you could be denied because you are making too much money in your current employment to be eligible for the program, or you have not accumulated enough work credits to be eligible. These are a few reasons you may find yourself opening a letter from the Social Security Administration denying your claim.
One of the biggest reasons for a Social Security Administration's denial of your disability claim is because the SSA simply states your disability is not severe enough to entitle you to benefits. It is really a little more complicated than that as certain variables are looked at in the determination such as your age, education, and prior work experience. Basically, in the end if you are denied because the SSA doesn't believe your disability is severe enough, they are saying you can do some type of work. It may not be the work you have been accustomed to doing, but perhaps lighter work or sedentary work. Remember, you have a right to appeal that denial and that is usually where Indianapolis Social Security disability attorney Scott Lewis steps in.
If you have questions as to why you were denied your Social Security disability benefits you can contact Mr. Lewis and his staff to discuss your concerns. Indiana disability lawyer Scott Lewis provides a free case evaluation and can answer many questions by telephone. Call (317) 423-8888 if you would like to speak to Mr. Lewis about your Social Security disability claim.
