What documentation should I have when appealing a decision?
When appealing a decision related to disability planning in North Carolina, you should have certain documentation in order to make your appeal successful. This includes your original claim and any supporting documents from your initial filing, relevant medical records, and any other documents related to your claim and your disability. It is also important to have evidence of any issues that may have delayed or affected your claim, such as any issues you had with the filed paperwork, communication, or decision-making process. This can include pertinent emails, phone calls, letters, or other paperwork from employers or the disability planning office, or other relevant evidence. You may also need to provide any new evidence or updated records of medical information or other supporting documentation that may have come about since you originally filed your claim. This could include any new treatments, exams, or therapies you may have had related to your disability. Finally, it is always important to bring with you an advocate or support person that can help you explain any information related to the disability appeal process. They can also provide emotional support if needed. Having all of this documentation will help make your disability appeal successful in North Carolina.
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