Social Security Disability Claims: Complete Guide
1/3/2026 | 1 min read
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Your Complete Guide
If your SSDI application was denied, you're not alone. The SSA denies approximately 65% of initial applications.
Understanding SSDI
SSDI provides benefits to individuals who have worked and paid Social Security taxes, have a qualifying disability, and cannot perform substantial gainful activity.
The SSDI Application Process
- Initial Application
- Initial Decision (2-6 months)
- Reconsideration (within 60 days)
- ALJ Hearing
- Appeals Council
- Federal Court
Common SSDI Denial Reasons
- Insufficient medical evidence
- Failure to follow treatment
- Earning above SGA limit
- Disability lasting less than 12 months
Contact a Social Security Disability Attorney
Louis Law Group represents SSDI applicants nationwide. Call 833-657-4812 for a free evaluation.
Last updated: January 2026
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