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October is the month for breast cancer awareness, and you may have already noticed the pink ribbons sprouting up everywhere. This month brings in a substantial amount of awareness for breast cancer and cancer research. But, with approximately one in eight women having breast cancer during their life, what does that mean for their employment?… Read more

In essence, yes you can apply for and receive SSI benefits while out of state. If you are planning on moving states, it is best to start your application in the state where you will reside. It’s reasonable though that this situation of applying for SSI while moving, or while making travel plans will spark… Read more

Initially, everyone tells you not to hold your breath for an SSDI claim decision. Why? Because they take forever. For people who were hurt and are now missing work that makes it incredibly difficult to plan out your next step. It can even make it difficult to just focus on paying this month’s bills. Your… Read more

When it comes to being injured on the job, there are a plethora of factors involved. In some cases, it may not be immediately obvious that a major injury has occurred, or the worker may want to continue working for fear of losing employment. The worker likely also doesn’t know the rules and regulations around… Read more

  Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that around 8% of United States citizens will encounter at some point in their lives. And studies show that veterans have a higher percentage of PTSD than the general population. For example, around 11-12% of veterans who participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, 12%… Read more

For anyone applying to SSDI, it isn’t news that you need to provide evidence of your injuries. However, many people do experience some shock when they realize that they’ll need to provide evidence of their limitations, the extent of their disabilities, and their inability to work or obtain employment. Without a doubt, medical evidence will… Read more

If you have been approved for social security disability benefits, it’s for a worthwhile reason. And you likely are relying on the monthly payments to allow a certain standard of life. So it is normal to be concerned about the longevity of your disability payments. Does the Social Security Administration Spy on People with Benefits?… Read more

Tabak Law’s Jim Brzezinski had the chance to talk veteran’s benefits on 103.7 KISS FM recently. During the conversation, Jim was able to speak to the veteran’s benefits assistance that Tabak Law provides to those in need. Tabak Law has a proven track record of success with veterans benefits, helping out from everything from PTSD… Read more

Asbestos Exposure and the Military As all of us know now, past exposure to asbestos can be related to a multitude of health problems later in life. For many veterans, exposure to asbestos was a part of their duty, depending on their military situation. Luckily, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is recognizing most diseases… Read more