What is a hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ)?

A hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ) is a legal proceeding that involves making decisions about disability planning laws in the District of Columbia. This is typically the final step in the appeals process and occurs when an applicant has filed a claim and has not received the desired outcome after going through the initial disability determination process. During the hearing, both the applicant and the respondent (usually, the Social Security Administration) are invited to present evidence in support of or in opposition to the claim. An ALJ will review the evidence and make a decision based on the evidence presented. The ALJ will then issue a written opinion, which can be appealed if either party is not satisfied with the outcome. The hearing is designed to be an impartial and fair review of the evidence and is an important legal proceeding to ensure that disability planning laws in the District of Columbia are being followed appropriately.

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