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Can I appeal the decision if I am found not to be disabled?

Yes. If you receive a negative determination (that you do not have a disability under the 5 step process), you have the right to appeal that decision. Complete the appeals form located on the Department of Human Services web site (www.dhs.state.mn.us) and return it to your caseworker. If you have additional information you may provide it as a supplement to your appeal and it will be included in the appeal review. You have 30 days to file an appeal. SMRT will complete its appeal review and submit a memo to the hearing judge. The judge has 90 days to rule on the decision.

Our Impact

  • Minnesotans Helped

    15,240

  • Clients with Stage IV

    53%

  • Value of Free Legal Care Provided

    $23,029,840

  • Clients Who Report CLC Was Able to Help Resolve Their Issue

    93%

Thank You to Our Generous Funders

  • Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation
  • Minnesota State Bar Foundation
    Minnesota State Bar Foundation
  • Fredrikson & Byron Foundation
    Fredrikson & Byron Foundation
  • Legal Services Advisory Committee
    Legal Services Advisory Committee
  • Hennepin County Bar Foundation
    Hennepin County Bar Foundation
  • Minnesota Oncology
  • Wilson Wolf
  • E&U
  • Wanta Thome
    Wanta Thome
  • Candid Platinum Seal 2024
    Candid Platinum Seal 2024
  • Fred B. & Katherine C. Andersen Foundation
    Fred B. & Katherine C. Andersen Foundation
  • Coril
  • Impact100
  • American Cancer Society
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