[Remastered] What Should I Do Next If I’m Denied by a Judge? | Understanding Your Social Security Appeal Options

In this remastered edition of one of my original Q&A: Social Security Disability Today episodes (originally released on July 17, 2013), I revisit one of the most common and emotional questions people face: 👉 “What should I do next if I’ve been denied by a judge?”

If your Social Security Disability claim has been denied by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), you’re standing at a major crossroads — do you start over with a new application, or do you appeal the decision? In this episode, I walk you through: The pros and cons of starting a new claim What to expect when filing an appeal to the Appeals Council Why Appeals Council approvals are rare The difference between legal error and disagreement with the judge’s decision When and how to take your case to Federal Court How to keep your case alive while waiting for a ruling

This remastered version improves the clarity and sound quality of the original recording while preserving its straightforward, no-nonsense guidance for people navigating the Social Security Disability process. 🎧 Originally recorded: July 17, 2013 🔁 Remastered for 2025 clarity 💼 From Q&A: Social Security Disability Today with Anthony Reeves, Esq.