What Should you do if SSD Benefits are Denied?

Don’t Give Up—Most SSD Claims Are Initially Denied

If you’ve received a denial from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you are not alone. Most applicants are denied on their first attempt. However, this does not mean you are ineligible for benefits. Attorney Barry C. Schroder has helped Michigan residents successfully appeal SSD denials for more than 30 years.

Why Are SSD Claims Denied?

Common reasons for denial include:

• Insufficient medical evidence – The SSA requires detailed proof of your disability.
• Incomplete application – Missing or inaccurate information can lead to rejection.
• Failure to follow prescribed treatment – If you have not followed your doctor’s orders, the SSA may question your condition.
• Earning too much income – If you make more than the SSA’s Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit, your claim may be denied.

How to Appeal an SSD Denial

You have 60 days from the date of your denial to file an appeal. Schroder Law, P.C. can handle the entire process for you, including:

• Requesting Reconsideration – We submit additional evidence to strengthen your claim.
• Requesting a Hearing – If reconsideration is denied, we present your case before an Administrative Law Judge

(ALJ).

• Appealing to the SSA Appeals Council – If necessary, we challenge incorrect ALJ decisions.