If you disagree with the reconsidered decision, the next step is to request a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge.  You must file this request within 60 days of the date that you received the initial decision. The Social Security Administration generally presumes that you received their decision 5 days after the date printed on [...]

What exactly happens when you file for disability?
The Initial Level
How to Start the Process
There are three different methods to apply for Social Security disability insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income for adults.

If you are able to, you can visit your local Social Security office. You can visit the Social Security office any time when it [...]

The disability appeals hearing backlog

When you become disabled, you probably have a lot of things on your mind. If you can’t work, you’re wondering how you can possibly restore your income so you can receive medical treatment and get back to work. So, you apply for disability benefits. Then what happens?

About 40% [...]