Appealing a pension denial... any advice?

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So I got a denial from Maryland state retirement and pension on September 3rd. I just sent in an appeal letter to get some extra time. This is a workers’ comp case, and I’m still receiving those benefits. Not sure what steps I should take next. Anyone been through this before?

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Since you’re on workers’ comp, things might be a bit tricky. I’d say getting a lawyer involved would be a good idea.

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Tatum said:
Since you’re on workers’ comp, things might be a bit tricky. I’d say getting a lawyer involved would be a good idea.

Tricky how? Are the workers’ comp benefits causing issues with the retirement claim?

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Tatum said:
Since you’re on workers’ comp, things might be a bit tricky. I’d say getting a lawyer involved would be a good idea.

Yeah, they can. The two benefits sometimes overlap, and you need to show how they’re connected.

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Sending that appeal letter was smart. You’ve only got 30 days to appeal, so good move getting that in.

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Riley said:
Sending that appeal letter was smart. You’ve only got 30 days to appeal, so good move getting that in.

Wait, is that 30-day rule strict? Like, no appeal if you miss it?

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Riley said:
Sending that appeal letter was smart. You’ve only got 30 days to appeal, so good move getting that in.

Yep, super strict. If you miss it, you can’t contest the decision anymore.

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Make sure you have all your paperwork in order. Things like medical records and employment history will be important for the appeal.

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Eli said:
Make sure you have all your paperwork in order. Things like medical records and employment history will be important for the appeal.

By paperwork, you mean stuff like pay stubs and letters from doctors?

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Eli said:
Make sure you have all your paperwork in order. Things like medical records and employment history will be important for the appeal.

Exactly. They’ll want to see anything that supports your case.

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Btw, even if you hire a lawyer, having everything organized beforehand will make things go faster.

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Keir said:
Btw, even if you hire a lawyer, having everything organized beforehand will make things go faster.

Good point. Having your docs ready means less back-and-forth later.

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Keir said:
Btw, even if you hire a lawyer, having everything organized beforehand will make things go faster.

Yeah, and it also shows you’re serious about your case.