Over 55

If you are in this age bracket, it is even more important to call us before or as soon as you file.  Generally, if you are in this age bracket, the following are the most common reasons why claims are denied:

• The SSA determines that you can return to any job you have performed in the last 5 years. Maybe not as how you performed the job but as the job is performed in the general economy; or
• You still have useful skills that transfer to the light or sedentary level of exertion, or
• You are physically capable of lifting “medium” exertion (Lifting 35# 1/3 of the day and 20# 2/3 of the day throughout a full work week)

In this age bracket it is especially important that you call us BEFORE or IMMEDIATELY AFTER you file your application so that we can advise you on how to lay the groundwork for a successful claim and avoid the common reasons this age bracket is denied.  This would include preparing you for various SSA forms sent to you to complete such as the Work History Report and Adult Disability Report.  Thes forms are misleading and are often completed incorrectly. If you contact us BEFORE or immediately AFTER your application is filed we will review these forms with you, ensuring that these forms are completed correctly to correct common errors to eliminate barriers to a successful claim earlier in the administrative process