If you disagree with the Appeals Council’s decision, or if the Appeals Council decides not to review your case, you would then have to go to the last level of the appeals process which would be to file a civil suit in a federal district court. If you bring a civil action seeking judicial review of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) final decision, you or your attorney will need to prepare the record of the claim for filing with the Court. This includes all the documents and evidence SSA relied upon in making the decision or determination. There is a fee for filing a civil action in Federal court.
About Nick Ortiz
Nick Ortiz is a disability attorney who handles long-term disability appeals, disability insurance lawsuits, and Social Security Disability claims. Since 2005, he has dedicated his career to advocating for disabled individuals. Nick is admitted to practice in multiple courts, including the U.S. District Court – all California, Florida, and Texas Districts – and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. He and his team of experienced paralegals are committed to providing exceptional legal service and achieving outstanding results for his clients nationwide.
