Client Testimonial: Mayra Won Approximately $70,000 in Back Pay After a Five Year Claim
Mayra came to Walker Firm dba Casa de la Justicia after Social Security denied her Disability claim. Her medical conditions were documented and her functional limitations were significant, but the initial determination went against her. Five years later, following sustained case development through SSA’s delays and denials, she was approved and awarded approximately $70,000 in retroactive benefits.
The Medical Picture
Mayra’s impairments include sciatic nerve involvement, thyroid dysfunction, and severe back pain. Her standing tolerance is limited to approximately five minutes, a restriction that eliminates a substantial portion of the occupational base and precludes sustained work activity.
An Age Related Denial
Her initial denial came while she was under 50. For referring attorneys, this fact is worth recognizing: SSA’s medical vocational framework applies different considerations as claimants cross certain age thresholds, and a claimant denied in their late forties may face a materially different analysis a short time later. Mayra’s claim was ultimately approved after she turned 50, following continued development of the record throughout the appeal process.
The Results
Mayra received approximately $70,000 in retroactive back pay and now receives approximately $1,600 per month in ongoing Disability benefits, which cover her bills, food, and rent. She paid nothing out of pocket at any stage. Fees came from the back pay award, paid directly by SSA.
Notably, the five year duration of her claim did not reduce her entitlement. Every month of delay was compensated in the retroactive award.
Why This Case Matters for Referring Attorneys
Claimants who receive an initial denial frequently abandon otherwise viable claims. Mayra’s outcome illustrates both the value of sustained appellate development and the importance of understanding why a denial was issued in the first place. Walker Firm dba Casa de la Justicia maintains a 75% approval rate at the hearing level and has helped secure Disability benefits for more than 3,000 people.
We Are Here to Help
To determine whether your client qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, including after a prior denial, contact Walker Firm PC dba Casa de la Justicia for a free 10 minute evaluation. Consider referring your client’s Disability case today.
Call Walker Firm PC dba Casa de la Justicia today at 1-800-454-5454.
