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Do I Qualify for SSI or SSDI? Understanding the Criteria
Facing a disability can be challenging enough, but it becomes even more difficult when the complex Social Security system is added to the mix. At Tabak Law, we stand alongside those injured or disabled people facing some of life’s toughest challenges. Our mission is to help them move from hardship to hope by ensuring they… Read more
SSDI for PTSD: What Veterans and Workers Need to Know
At Tabak Law, we understand that every case has a real person behind it who is facing a difficult situation, whether it’s due to a disability, an injury, or some other life-altering challenge. Our goal is simple: to help our clients move from hardship to hope, providing results with compassion, integrity, and exceptional legal expertise…. Read more
Why Most SSDI Applications Are Denied in 2025 — And How to Appeal Successfully
Navigating the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) process can be challenging. At Tabak Law, we recognize that behind each case there is a person facing difficult circumstances. It’s frustrating to know that most initial SSDI applications are denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Understanding the reasons for these denials and taking the necessary steps… Read more
How to Apply for SSDI Benefits in Wisconsin (and Nationwide)
At Tabak Law, we understand that every case has a real person behind it facing a difficult situation. Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a challenging process, especially if you are dealing with a serious health condition. Our goal is simple: to help our clients transition from hardship to hope by providing… Read more
How Secondary Conditions Can Increase Your VA Disability Rating
At Tabak Law, we understand that each case involves a real person facing difficult circumstances. For our veterans, these circumstances often involve struggling to obtain the full range of benefits they deserve. Our goal is to help them transition from hardship to hope by delivering results with compassion, integrity and legal expertise. A critical part… Read more
Understanding VA Disability Ratings: How the System Works Going into 2026
At Tabak Law, we recognize that behind each case is a person facing a challenging situation. For our veterans, this situation often involves navigating the intricate system of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability benefits. It is our mission to help our clients transition from hardship to hope. A crucial aspect of this is demystifying the appeals… Read more
VA Disability Benefits for PTSD: Eligibility and Evidence Needed
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common service-connected disabilities among veterans in the United States. It can arise from exposure to traumatic events during military service, such as combat, sexual trauma, or life-threatening situations. PTSD can significantly affect a veteran’s mental health, relationships, and work ability. At Tabak Law, we strongly support… Read more
VA Benefits for Gulf War Syndrome and Other Deployment-Related Illnesses
For the brave men and women who served in Southwest Asia, the battle did not always end when they returned home. Many of these veterans began experiencing a range of chronic symptoms, including persistent fatigue, joint pain, respiratory issues, and cognitive difficulties, which seemed to have no clear cause. For years, these veterans struggled to… Read more
Qualifying for SSI or SSDI with Mental Health Conditions
At Tabak Law, we understand the debilitating impact that mental health conditions can have on individuals. For many people in Milwaukee and across the country, conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) make it difficult, if not impossible, to maintain employment. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) offers financial… Read more
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