WHY THE 60 DAYS RULE IS SO IMPORTANT

Since Social Security will deny 76 percent of disability claims this year, it's very important to understand the 60 day rule for appeals.

An appeal is the legal remedy for a wrongful denial. In 2024, most disability payments will be approved at the appeal levels, not at the application level. The appeal is the norm, NOT the exception. Most cases have to be appealed to win.

Now, what about the 60-days rule? An appeal must be filed within 60 days of the date on the denial letter. Wait longer and you may not be able to file an appeal, so goodbye benefits.

Actually, you can squeeze 5 in extra days due to mailing time. The Social Security Administration allows 5 extra days for the mail to deliver your notice of denial. So, that technically allows you 65 days for an appeal. If you file after the 65th day you need to "show good cause" for not filing the appeal in a timely manner. Our advice: File your appeal early, not last minute. We can file your appeal for you--with no upfront cost to you!

In Alabama and Tennessee, the Forsythe Firm has been winning SSDI appeals for more than two decades. It costs nothing to file an appeal and there will never be a legal fee unless you WIN + GET BACK PAY.

What to expect from the Forsythe Firm if we handle your Social Security disability claim or appeal?

• Friendly, prompt service at our local office

• Commitment to getting your benefits approved ASAP

• Help with dealing with the Social Security Administration at all levels

• Personal attention - We never treat you like another claim number!

• Professional representation at all court or hearing appearances

• NO fees or costs to you unless you get approved + receive past due benefits (back pay)

There are 2 ways to contact the Forsythe Firm in Huntsville:

1. Telephone our office at (256) 799-0297

2. Send us an email at forsythefirm@gmail.com

Our website also has a CONTACT button that you may click to leave us a message.

We take your case seriously.