How long does a motion to reconsider take?
How long does a motion to reconsider take?
Although some cases may take longer, USCIS field offices and service centers try to adjudicate motions within 90 days. The AAO strives to complete its review of motions within 180 days from the time it receives a complete case file.
What happens at a reconsideration hearing?
If you are denied at the reconsideration, you can ask the SSA for a hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ). At the hearing, the ALJ will question you and any witnesses you bring and give you or your representative the chance to question your witnesses. You will receive the ALJ’s decision in writing.
What is the success rate for mandatory reconsideration?
The success rate for Mandatory Reconsideration, however, is far lower, with just 15% leading to a change in award. Comparing this to the success rate of appeals to a tribunal, clearly the Mandatory Reconsideration process is not working as well as it could be.
What is the difference between reconsideration and appeal?
Once you get a decision, what you need to do after the decision. The two avenues we’ve seen are to appeal it, or to ask for a reconsideration. If you’re asking for a reconsideration, you’re not appealing. It’s sort of a new claim, a reopened claim, whatever you want to call it.
