Social Security Disability Lawyers Serving Ohio & Northern Kentucky
Your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim was denied, but that does not mean your case is over. Our Social Security disability lawyers help people across Ohio and Northern Kentucky appeal denied benefits claims, and you pay no attorney fee unless benefits are recovered.
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Social Security Disability Lawyers
Denied SSDI or SSI Benefits in Ohio or Kentucky?
We Handle Disability Appeals.
If your SSDI or SSI claim was denied, you still have options. Many Social Security Disability claims are denied because the Social Security Administration (SSA) says there is not enough medical or work-related evidence. A denial does not mean you cannot receive benefits.
For more than 27 years, the Social Security Disability lawyers at O'Connor, Acciani & Levy have helped people across Ohio and Northern Kentucky appeal denied SSDI and SSI claims.
Our firm handles every stage of the appeals process, including reconsideration requests, ALJ hearings, Appeals Council reviews, and federal court disability cases.
We help collect medical records, doctor statements, and other evidence the SSA uses to decide disability claims. Our attorneys work to build a strong case that supports your claim for benefits.
You pay no attorney fees unless we help you recover benefits. All fees are subject to SSA approval.
Your Case. Our Fight.
Why Clients Choose Our Social Security Disability Lawyers
After a denial, you need a legal team that knows how the SSA evaluates claims at every level of review and where prior applications most commonly fall short. O'Connor, Acciani & Levy brings process-level knowledge to every case:
Offices in Cincinnati, Covington, and Florence. The firm's attorneys appear at administrative hearings at the Office of Hearings Operations serving Hamilton County and the Northern Kentucky region.
27+ years preparing Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) evidence, medical source statements, and vocational analyses that directly address the SSA's five-step disability evaluation process.
Representation from initial applications through Appeals Council review and federal court, with attorneys who know what each stage requires.
No fees unless you receive benefits. Every consultation is free.
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Social Security Disability Benefits Denied in Ohio or Kentucky? Reach out to us today for a free consultation. We'll help you determine your legal options and next steps.
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(513) 848-5814
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FAQs
Common Questions About Denied SSDI and SSI Claims
Who qualifies for SSDI benefits in Ohio or Kentucky?
You may qualify if your medical condition keeps you from working, your disability has lasted or is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death, and your condition meets the SSA’s disability rules. You must also have earned enough work credits through your job history.
What if I do not have enough work credits for SSDI?
You may still qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a separate program for individuals with qualifying disabilities who have limited income and assets. The firm reviews each client's work history and financial situation to determine which program fits.
What are the most common reasons SSDI claims get denied?
The SSA often denies claims because there is not enough medical evidence showing how serious the condition is, the applicant earns too much money to qualify, or the SSA believes the applicant can still do some type of work.
In some cases, adding stronger medical records and RFC evidence during an appeal may improve the claim.
What happens at an ALJ hearing for Social Security Disability?
An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) reviews your medical records, listens to your testimony, and may hear from medical or job experts. Your attorney presents evidence, asks questions, and explains why your condition meets the SSA’s rules for disability benefits.
Some claims that were denied earlier are approved after an ALJ hearing, especially when new medical evidence is added.
How much does it cost to hire a Social Security Disability lawyer?
O'Connor, Acciani & Levy handles SSD cases on a contingency fee basis. Attorney fees apply only if the firm helps you receive benefits. The fee is typically a percentage of back pay, subject to a cap set by the SSA. Consultation is free with no obligation.