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Why do I need an attorney for Social Security disability ?Well, some would say that you can take care of your own social security disability or SSI claim through all levels of the appeal process, and of course they would be correct. Some individuals do chose to appeal their own initial claim (this is the application for disability), and this is not a problem as long as you file your reconsideration request within the sixty day appeal period. Really, you should get started on the appeal as soon as your claim is denied. Most individuals should consider a Social Security representative or disability attorney for their hearing before an administrative law judge, as statistics indicate that claims with representation have a higher allowance rate than those claims with self representation. Why? Social Security representatives have knowledge of the rules and regulations that govern Social Security disability and SSI. In addition to having an expertise with the disability system, your representative does not have the emotional investment that you have in your disability claim; consequently your representative or attorney will be able to give an organized presentation of the facts of your disability claim (your medical background, your condition and how it limits you, your work history, and the reasons why your condition limits your ability to work. For more information on: Social Security Disability and SSI Disability.
A few words about Elder Law 
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