Utah Expedited Hearing Lawyer
According to the Social Security Administration, three million Social Security disability (SSD) benefit claims were filed in 2009. As the system becomes more crowded, it is taking longer and longer for claimants to start receiving benefits. As time marches on, this waiting period can have a devastating impact on an individual's financial situation.
If you are waiting for a hearing date regarding your SSD claim, but you are in financial trouble now, the legal team at Matt Nielson Law Offices, P.C. may be able to help you seek a Dire Needs request. Call 801-790-4936, toll free at 866-489-9320 or contact us online to speak with us about your unique situation.
Proving a Dire Needs Request
Once a hearing has been scheduled to review a SSD claim, the claimant has an opportunity to expedite the process by pointing out how precarious their financial situation has become. A claimant can do this by providing evidence that his or her situation is in fact more severe than other claimants. At Matt Nielson Law Offices, P.C., we have educated numerous clients across the nation on this process.
Often times, a Dire Needs request may include:
- A letter from the claimant detailing his or her precise situation
- Late notices from utility providers, landlords or mortgage lenders
- Letters from religious leaders or family members who provide financial assistance to the claimant
- Proof of eviction
- Proof of loss of general assistance
We understand these are very sensitive issues, and we will always treat this information with respect and compassion. We want every client to have an equal opportunity to request an expedited hearing if his or her situation demands it.
It should be noted that an approved Dire Needs request only means an expedited hearing, it does not guarantee that your claim will be approved. However, having an experienced attorney by your side throughout the entire process can increase your likelihood of success.
Contact a Salt Lake City Dire Needs Attorney
No matter what type of mental disability or physical disability you face, no matter what stage in the process you are at and no matter where in the country you live, an attorney at Matt Nielson Law Offices, P.C., can put your mind at ease through compassionate and experienced legal guidance.
In Utah, we can meet you at your home and we are always available by phone nationwide. Call 801-790-4936, toll free at 866-489-9320 or contact us online to schedule your initial consultation today. We take clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee until your claim is successful.
