We Fight Back Against SSDI Denials
When you rely on disability insurance from Social Security, a denial can be more than heartbreaking. It can stop your life in its tracks, taking away access to safety, security, and care that you need. But here’s the truth: a denial isn’t the end point. Instead, it’s a new beginning. And at Wettermark Keith, we help turn that new beginning into something fruitful. We’re one of the nation’s top disability lawyers, with the experience to get you the coverage you deserve.
- 10+ Years of SSDI Denial Appeal Experience
- Proudly Representing Clients in All 50 States
- ACRD Top 100 Disability Law Firm
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You Deserve SSDI Benefits
A denial of your SSDI application can cause serious doubts to creep in. Am I deserving? What should I do next? Am I really not qualified? At Wettermark Keith, we consider it our duty to put your doubts to rest. We’re not here to question you about your lived experience. We’re here to get you the results we believe you deserve. We’ll carefully review your application, and walk you through the appeal process, so that you’re armed with knowledge.
Understanding Your SSDI Denial Letter
Has your denial letter left you with more questions than answers? You’re not alone. We work with clients every single day who don’t understand why they were denied. The truth is that usually it comes down to some simple errors.
What Are The SSDI Qualifications?
Social Security has some very specific requirements, when it comes to receiving disability benefits. And these requirements won’t be satisfied by a simple doctor’s note. When applying for SSDI, you will be required to:
- Have a demonstrable physical or mental disability that prevents you from engaging in substantial gainful activity. Substantial gainful activity, or SGA, refers to the set amount that you cannot earn more than a year to qualify for disability benefits.
- Prove that your disability will last for a year or more.
- Provide evidence that you have a history of regularly and consistently taking the medication prescribed by your medical provider.
- Show evidence of your work history. Social security has a tiered system that measures work credits against your age and employment history. In order to qualify for benefits, you’ll have to have enough work credits under their guidelines.
Filing an Appeal for Your SSDI Benefits
Social Security has a built in process for appealing their decision. This typically includes filling out extra forms and providing more evidence of your qualifications. Our team will walk you through your next steps, reviewing your application and helping you to understand how Social Security came to their decision. We’ll make sure that you have the evidence you need to be successful.
Helping You Secure Your SSDI Benefits
You know the old saying. “No one succeeds on their own.” That’s just as true when it comes to fighting against Social Security’s ruling. At Wettermark Keith, we think of ourselves as your legal GPS, guiding you through every rough patch and bump along the road with patience and experience.
Clarifying Your Social Security Denial
Most denials are caused by simple human error. You misunderstood a question, or failed to provide the necessary documentation. We’ll go through your application with you, finding the root cause of your denial.
Building a Stronger Case for Your Appeal
When you’re looking to build evidence, but don’t know where to start, our team is where you need to turn. We’ll help you gather medical records, fill gaps in documentation, and present stronger evidence to prove eligibility.
Securing Your SSDI Benefits
You can count on us not to leave you in the lurch! We’ll stick with you until your benefits are approved, answering your questions and helping your field information requests from Social Security.
Back Pay and Concurrent Benefits
Once your claim has been approved, you’re also eligible for back pay from the time of your initial application. We’ll make sure that you don’t miss out a cent of the compensation that you deserve. We’ll also assist you in exploring other benefits that you may be eligible for through the SSA.
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Hear From Clients Like You
At Wettermark Keith, we don’t just talk a big game. We deliver. Our customers have counted on our expertise and legal services for over a decade. In that time, we’ve won millions of dollars in compensation for individuals just like you. But you don’t have to take our word for it. Explore our testimonials from other clients!
Types of Social Security Claims We Handle
Our team is your destination for informed and reliable help navigating the legal waters of the SSA. We work on a wide range of cases, meeting you where you are at.
SSI Denial
An SSI denial occurs when the Social Security Administration (SSA) rejects an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. This typically means the SSA determined that the applicant does not meet the financial, medical, or other eligibility requirements for the program.
SSDI Denial
An SSDI denial happens when the Social Security Administration (SSA) rejects a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Unlike SSI, which is need-based, SSDI is based on your work history and contributions to Social Security. A denial often means the SSA found you either haven’t worked enough to qualify or your disability doesn’t meet their medical criteria.
SSI Reconsideration
An SSI reconsideration is the first step in the appeals process after your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application has been denied. Unlike a denial—which ends the initial review process—a reconsideration means your case is being reviewed again by someone who wasn’t involved in the original decision. You can submit new evidence at this stage, offering a second chance to prove your eligibility without starting a new application.
SSDI Reconsideration
We also assist in SSDI reconsiderations, helping you to review your application and find the problem sections that led to your initial denial.
Child Disability SSI
Child Disability SSI is a form of Supplemental Security Income provided to children under 18 who have a qualifying physical or mental condition that severely limits their daily activities. To qualify, the child must meet strict medical criteria, and the household must meet certain income and resource limits. This program is designed to support families caring for children with significant disabilities and limited financial means.
Disabled Adult Child
If you are the primary caretaker for a disabled adult child, we can help you support them, with legal advice around navigating denied benefits claims.
Our Proven Process
Navigating disability benefits comes with enough questions. You don’t need your legal team to be one as well! We pride ourselves on bringing straightforward and honest service to each of our customers. Our process was developed to put the power back in your hands, and keep you involved at every stage.
Consultation
Every case starts with a consultation with our top-notch team. We’ll hear your story, give you a more in-depth look at our process, and talk about what we can do to support you during this time.
File Appeal
After gathering the necessary evidence and reviewing your case, we’ll file our appeal with the SSA. We make sure our appeals are watertight, guaranteeing you your best chance at approval.
Secure Benefits
All that’s left to do is secure your benefits! We’ll ensure that you get the full amount you’re due, including any back pay.
No Benefits, No
Fee - Guarantee
When your benefits have been denied, the last thing you want to do is pay expensive legal fees and hourly consultation prices. At Wettermark Keith, we believe that everyone deserves legal care, regardless of their financial situation. It’s why we came up with our customer promise: unless we win your case, you won’t pay us a cent outside of filing fees. That means that you can enter the legal process with confidence, knowing that your money stays yours!
Securing Benefits in All 50 States
Here at Wettermark Keith, we’re not just trusted by your friends and neighbors…we’re the top choice throughout the country! We offer legal services for residents of all 50 states in the U.S. Our work has been recognized by ACRD, who have named us one of the top 100 disability law firms in the state. And while we’re honored, we don’t let those accolades go to our head. Instead, we offer the same down-to-earth, customer-first service that we did when we started. Ready to experience how our team can change your life without spending a dime? Reach out today to get started!
