More Than Half of CT Disability Claims are Denied the First Time

As much as 60 percent of initial disability claims are denied. Because the system can be confusing, individuals may have difficulty providing all the necessary information to have an application approved. The Nicholas Law Firm, LLC has helped Connecticut clients file successful claims for disability for more than 20 years.

How to win your Social Security Disability claim

In a disability claim, information—more than any other factor—is vital. The information you provide in your disability claim in CT largely determines your chances of having your application accepted. You can take the following actions to increase your chances of winning your Social Security Disability claim:

• Submit all relevant medical records/information:

All tests X-rays Blood work Doctor treatment notes Emergency room visits

Hospital admissions Detailed doctor reports Completed Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) forms

• Maintain a journal about your disability that includes:
• How your condition limits your daily life
• How your disability prevents your performance of past work
• Side effects from your medication
• How your disability affects your sleeping patterns
• Pain experienced from your condition
• Things you can no longer do because of your condition
• Continue receiving medical treatment/taking medications
• Ensure that the SSA has as many of your medical records as possible before your Consultative Exam (CE).
• During your CE, inform the doctor of all of your medical conditions

The thing to remember is that your medical evidence is a key element in winning CT disability claims. And it is your responsibility to show that you have an impairment and the severity of your impairment. Though the Social Security Administration may help in getting medical evidence, you must still become proactive in gathering your medical information.

All of your medical evidence should be from acceptable medical sources including:

• Licensed physicians
• Licensed psychologists
• Licensed optometrists
• Licensed podiatrists
• Qualified speech therapists
• Licensed medical professionals

When providing medical evidence, bear in mind that Social Security places the most weight on evidence from acceptable treating sources.

Persistence is key

Disability claims in CT require persistence and providing all the relevant and pertinent information to the SSA. Let us put our experienced disability attorneys to work for you. Contact The Nicholas Law Firm, LLC online or call 866-471-5194 today to discuss your case.