October 2020

Although the Social Security Administration operates on the federal level, and both SSI and SSDI are federal benefits, the challenges for accessing these benefits vary from state-to-state. A Wisconsin SSDI attorney can be a great help in some of these situations. Each state has different advocacy groups and different resources available to people who need… Read more

The Social Security Administration recently announced the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for social security disability benefits. For 2021, the COLA was 1.3%, meaning current benefit recipients will be receiving 1.3% more money in their payment each month, and new recipients will be eligible for a higher amount than they would have been in 2020…. Read more

After much speculation on the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2021 on social security disability benefits, the Social Security Administration officially announced the adjustment this week. As expected, social security benefits will increase by 1.3% in 2021 – the smallest cost of living adjustment since 2017. The 10-year average increase has been 1.6%, which… Read more

Is Trick-or-Treating Still Happening in Milwaukee for 2020?  We’re certainly in unprecedented times in 2020. With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, it’s unclear which annual events will still be happening and which will not. With Halloween quickly approaching, many families are curious to know if trick-or-treating will still be happening for 2020 in the Milwaukee… Read more

Many people with neurological disorders experience trouble accessing fundamental benefits. Depending on the neurological disorder and the extremeness of the symptoms, it’s possible for a person to go months or years without gainful employment. So why is it so hard to access SSDI benefits for a debilitating disorder? Why is it so troublesome to obtain… Read more

When someone is awarded social security disability benefits, it is often a big relief for them. After all, the very reason for applying for social security disability insurance (SSDI), related directly to the need the individual has if they are unable to currently work. But after time, depending on the individual situation, it can be… Read more

When it comes to receiving social security disability benefits, the application and approval process is considered somewhat arduous by many. The Social Security Administration has the burden of proving which individuals have legitimate cases for social security disability. But often, cases that are worthwhile aren’t immediately approved, which stresses the importance of getting a lawyer… Read more

When applying for Social Security or SSDI, it’s as simple as submitting the facts and then waiting for benefits to come in. In Wisconsin, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, the Social Security Administration demands quite a bit of evidence and information to even consider your application. A minor detail is incomplete… Read more