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Social Security Disability

Social Security Benefits for Child of Disabled Parent

A disability causes life to change, there’s simply no way around that reality. But it doesn’t just change for the individual, as the entire family is often affected. And the concern of how to support a family when disabled is a main concern. Social Security Benefits for Child of Disabled Parent In addition to the… Read more

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Social Security Disability

How Long Does It Take For a Judge to Decide an SSD Case After the Hearing?

Social Security Disability can be pretty long. Between your SSD submission, connecting with a lawyer, and finally getting a judge’s ruling, the entire process can take months, or even up to a year. During that waiting period, you’ll find yourself growing anxious, and even impatient. So, we’ve created an article detailing the timeline between your… Read more

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Social Security Disability

Protective Filing Date for SSD – What You Need to Know

When it comes to getting approved for social security disability benefits, being denied – at least the first time – is quite common. While many initially denied applicants do eventually get approved, there can be a long period of time between the action that caused the claim and the point where someone actually starts receiving… Read more

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Social Security Disability

How much back pay can you expect to receive for SSD?

As you probably know, it can take some time to win a social security disability case. From application to approval, there are hearings, meetings and many other legal matters that will take place prior to a decision. And the fact is, around 70-percent of claims are denied the first time. Due to these factors, it… Read more

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Social Security Disability

SSD Cost of Living Adjustment for 2019 in Wisconsin

SSD Cost of Living Adjustment for 2019 If you are receiving social security disability benefits, or have been denied and are appealing a claim, it is good to know what you can expect for regular payments. Given that these benefits are a lifeline for so many in need, being able to budget around them is… Read more

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Local Events

2018 Christmas Events and Festivals in the Milwaukee Area

With the holiday season upon us, many individuals and families are looking for holiday-themed events to attend. Luckily, there is no shortage of fun activities going on in MIlwaukee and southern Wisconsin. In the spirit of the season, Tabak Law has compiled a list of 2018 Christmas events and festivals in the Milwaukee area. Check… Read more

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Veteran's Disability

Tabak Law Being Recognized for Work with Milwaukee and Wisconsin Veterans

The work that Tabak Law has done for Veterans in Milwaukee, the state of Wisconsin and beyond is becoming very well known. The number one service provided is helping Veterans obtain the benefits that they are entitled to their their service time. But in addition to this work, the firm provides many other services –… Read more

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Workers Compensation

Termination for Misconduct and Substantial Fault in Your Worker’s Compensation Case

Since March 2, 2016, worker’s compensation law added an additional provision that temporary total and temporary partial disability can be denied if the injured worker was terminated for misconduct or substantial fault. This change was initiated because employers did not want to continue temporary disability or lost wages benefits for an employee that they discharged… Read more

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Social Security Disability

2019 Social Security Disability Benefits Amounts

After several years of social security disability benefit amounts remaining relatively stagnant, 2018 saw a decent increase of 2% as the rates raised appropriately with inflation. Now, rates will be raising again in 2019 – with the biggest increase amount since 2012. This means that those receiving 2019 social security disability benefits will get more… Read more

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