Social Security benefits are an invaluable resource if you have a disability that prevents you from working and maintaining your income. But to receive benefits, you must submit a claim and undergo a court hearing for approval. While you can navigate this process alone, hiring a disability attorney is highly recommended, as they help improve your likelihood of approval. Before you move forward with your claim, here are a few reasons why you should hire a lawyer to help with the process.

How Can an Attorney Help With a Social Security Disability Claim?

1. Advocacy

Having a Social Security disability claim approved requires considerable effort and paperwork. As you work through the process, it can feel like it’s you against the world. But when you have a disability attorney by your side, you know that you have a dedicated advocate who will provide support at all stages

2. Precise Preparation

You must fill out numerous forms to process your claim. This information must be accurate, filed on time, and have supporting evidence that demonstrates how your disability impacts your earning ability. Often, people will have their claims denied because they failed to prepare documents correctly or gather the right information.

Since disability attorneys are well-versed in the claims process, they will know what evidence will support your claim. They will also walk you through the hearing process, so you know what to expect.

3. Representation

During the hearing, your attorney will present the judge with a statement of facts of your disability claim.

After reviewing the statement, the judge will ask you questions to determine if your claim is valid. Your lawyer will coach you on these questions beforehand, allowing you to provide answers accurately and succinctly.

If there are questions that the judge didn’t ask that could support your claim, your attorney can ask them during the hearing.

4. Denial Support

If the judge denies your application, you can ask for a reconsideration. If the court rejects this, you must appeal within 60 days. An attorney will help you through this, strengthening your request and appeal.

Representing clients for three decades, Harry B. Zornow is a skilled attorney who understands the Social Security disability claims process. Based in Hamilton, OH, you can rest assured that every detail of your case is reviewed, prepared, and presented in a way that best supports your claim. Visit this lawyer online to learn more about his experience in disability and bankruptcy law. To request a consultation, call (513) 737-9770.