Are you unable to work due to a disability? If so, then there is help available through government assistance programs provided by the Social Security Administration. Being awarded Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can mean a world of difference to those who are dealing with a disability on top of caring for their family. While the process can sometimes take time to complete, it will take even longer if you make a mistake and do not have some help from an experienced attorney to help correct the mistake. Here are a few common mistakes made when filing for Social Security Disability that you should try and avoid at all costs.

Underexaggerating Your Disability

Too many people, especially those who have lived with their disability for a long time, downplay their disability. They feel like they know how to cope with their disability and think that it is not as bad as it truly is and how their disability could be keeping them from living a normal life.

Overexaggerating Your Disability

On the other hand, many people feel like they have to exaggerate their disability in order to get their benefits. If they have to go to court, they may walk slower than normal or use a walker in order to show the judge that they really cannot get around very well, when in fact, they can get around just fine on their own. If caught exaggerating your disability, you may not qualify for disability benefits, even though you deserve them.

Not Being Truthful About Your Work Expectations

You will need to be honest with the judge about the type of work that is expected from you on a daily basis. They will most likely ask whether or not you are able to perform your normal duties to better determine if you are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Knowledge of whether or not you are still able to perform your normal duties potentially helps the judge make a more informed decision about your case.

Missing the Appeals Deadline for Social Security Disability Insurance

According to the Social Security Administration, around 66.7% of all applications in 2019 were denied. If you are denied, you have sixty days to appeal. If you miss that, you have to start over. It is much faster to appeal than to go through the whole process again.

Hire a Professional When Filing for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits

The best way to ensure that you get the money that you deserve is to hire a lawyer. He or she will help you through the whole process, and make sure that you don’t make any mistakes. If you are denied, he or she will make sure that you meet the deadline for the appeal, so that you can get your benefits as quickly as possible.

If you have been diagnosed with a disease or illness that is keeping you from being able to support yourself and your loved ones, give The Keener Law Firm a call. We can talk with you during your FREE 30-minute consultation to better understand what is going on and determine if we can help you get the compensation you deserve. Visit us online at www.KeenerLaw.com or give us a call at 770-955-3000 today.