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Hearing loss is one of the most common service-connected disabilities in American veterans today.  Hearing loss can develop from being exposed to loud noises during military service, such as gunfire, explosions, machinery, or aircraft engines, and more. The VA offers disability for hearing loss, but there is a process followed to receive the benefits. Following… Read more

Marriage and divorce are emotional events, but they also come with practical concerns, especially if you rely on disability benefits to make ends meet. At Tabak Law, we often hear from clients who are going through big life changes and want to know one thing: Will this affect my SSDI benefits? The answer depends on… Read more

At Tabak Law, we are proud to be a part of our community. Recently, some of us had the chance to volunteer at the Fisher House in Milwaukee this week. We served lunch to the guests staying there and got a better look at the kind of support this place gives to families of veterans…. Read more

Working part-time instead of full-time doesn’t make a disability any easier to deal with. If your health is getting in the way of you being able to keep a steady job, you might be looking into Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and wondering if you even qualify. Lots of questions can arise when it comes… Read more

Not every injury in the military happens in combat. It is not uncommon for injuries to happen during military training. Whether it’s from a fall during a joint injury from ruck march or a head injury during a training exercise, these things can happen, and even come with long-lasting effects. A commonly asked question about… Read more

Father’s Day is an exciting time of the year. It’s a time to spend time with all the fathers in our lives. Obviously, it’s a time for gifts, cards, and family, but it’s also a time for events, and more. If you are looking for some ideas of what to do in Milwaukee for Father’s… Read more

Moving can come with a lot of work, from packing boxes to changing your address and updating accounts, there’s probably a lot on your mind. And if you rely on SSDI to make ends meet, you might be wondering: Will my benefits still come through after the move? Since SSDI is a federal program, your… Read more

Memorial Day is more than just the unofficial start of summer, it’s a day of remembrance for the service members who gave their lives defending our country. In Milwaukee, this solemn yet meaningful holiday is honored with a mix of ceremonies, community events, and family-friendly activities that invite us to pause, reflect, and show our… Read more

At Tabak Law, we meet a lot of veterans who have served their country with everything they had. They didn’t hesitate to show up when duty called. So when we hear that those same veterans are getting denied benefits they’re legally entitled to, we take it personally. This month, FOX6 News Milwaukee shared the story… Read more