Two Types of
Disability Applicants
Why Starting
Early Matters
People who contact us about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) usually fall into one of two groups. The first group includes individuals who are considering filing for SSDI and want to know whether they have a qualified disability claim. The second group consists of people who applied for SSDI on their own and were denied.
While both situations are common, the outcomes are often very different.
Applicants who seek guidance before filing a disability claim are in the strongest position. Early review allows us to evaluate eligibility, confirm work credit requirements, and determine whether medical evidence clearly supports a finding of disability under Social Security’s rules. Addressing these issues upfront can help avoid common mistakes that lead to initial SSDI denials.
Those who file without guidance often discover, after receiving a denial, that SSDI claims are highly technical. A denial does not always mean someone is not disabled; more often, it means the application lacked sufficient documentation or failed to clearly show how the condition limits the ability to work. Although appeals are possible, they typically take more time and delay benefits.
The best approach is to start the SSDI process with clarity. Understanding whether you have a qualified claim and how to present it correctly from the beginning can reduce delays, avoid unnecessary denials, and improve your chances of approval.
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