SSA data show six out of 10 claimants do not file a reconsideration appeal, where experienced representatives can advocate ...

More than half of all initial Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) applications are denied each year, according to ...

An appeals court recently ruled that federal employees’ disability retirement benefits cannot be denied solely based on a lack of “objective” medical evidence.

The denial of disability benefits creates a delay that prevents people from receiving their income and healthcare access and achieving financial security. The SSDI reconsideration process lets ...

Incomplete Records and Missed Deadlines Drive Most SSDI Denials in Arizona Phoenix, United States - May 23, 2026 / ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) rejects between 60% and 70% of initial disability claims each year. However, that doesn't mean it's time to give up. Applications are rejected for many reasons ...

Allsup stresses expert representation for higher chance of hearing approval as more Social Security Disability Insurance ...

For millions of Americans, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are a lifeline. But sometimes, recipients receive what one benefits recipient described as "the letter nobody wants to get" — a ...

Phoenix, AZ – As the regulations and timelines surrounding disability benefits continue to change, Pekas Smith Arizona Disability Attorneys is presenting essential guidance for 2026 to assist ...

An appeal may not be a one-step process, so prepare yourself to stick with it. Having an attorney to guide you through the appeals process can make a world of difference. The more medical evidence you ...