Form HA-520. Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order

Form HA-520 - Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order serves as a request for a review of a hearing decision or order. Its primary purpose is to allow individuals to request a review when they disagree with the decision made by an Administrative Law Judge concerning their Social Security benefits.

For example, if a claimant is dissatisfied with the outcome of a hearing regarding their benefits and believes that the decision was not fair or accurate, they would use this form. The form's purpose is to initiate a process for a higher-level review of the hearing decision.

The parties involved include the claimant, the reviewing authority, and the Social Security Administration. The form typically includes sections for the claimant's personal information, the reason for the review, and any additional evidence or information supporting their case. It is important for individuals to provide clear and compelling reasons for the review.