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It is easy to get frustrated when it comes to applying for disability. After all, a large percentage of claims get denied the first time – as high as 70%. But the good news is that for those willing to put in the work – which often includes getting an attorney involved – can often… Read more

Qualifying for social security disability benefits can provide income that is crucial for individuals in need. When someone is drawing social security disability, the amount of income that they are making will factor into the decision on whether they are issued benefits. This is true even if the amount of money someone is pulling in… Read more

There are three ways for a veteran to initiate a claim for Veterans Benefits.  All three require the use of a specific VA form to file for the benefits.  The forms are VA 21-526ez, 21-0995, and 21-0996.  It is important to know the status of the veteran’s case in order to determine which form the… Read more

Of course, disability rights are on a constant, slow-but-steady path toward progress, only after decades of legal battles and fights. But with massive social movements, and pandemics rocking the nation, disabled person’s rights have been pushed to the back burner. Those in the disabled community know that rights for the disabled community are often the… Read more

With the uncertainty in the world surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and its unknown long-term effects, many people wonder if those who get the virus are eligible for social security disability. Tabak Law Attorney and Partner Lauren Zwirlein was recently featured on WTMJ 620 to discuss this very topic. Check out the interview below and the… Read more

When it comes to lawyers for veteran’s benefits in Milwaukee and Wisconsin overall, Tabak Law prides itself on being among the leaders in the field. With many years of experience, Tabak has provided veterans hope for their futures by clearing the way for many to receive benefits that they never thought they would be able… Read more

The emergence of COVID-19 has affected individuals all over the United States in many different ways. While 4.19 million people have been infected with the disease, those that have not contracted it have still had their lives altered through job losses and other factors. Due to the severe economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the… Read more

For anyone who is unable to work, social security disability payments can be crucial to maintaining a quality of life, or even being able to get by. The amount that each individual is eligible to receive varies on a variety of factors. In 2020, the average monthly payment for someone receiving social security disability was… Read more

Earlier this year, the Social Security Administration removed the requirement for speaking English from a portion of the Social Security disability insurance application. But what exactly does this mean? There seems to be a divide between people who interpret the change as a targeting among disabled individuals and others who see it as establishing fairness… Read more