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When it comes to receiving social security disability benefits, the application and approval process is considered somewhat arduous by many. The Social Security Administration has the burden of proving which individuals have legitimate cases for social security disability. But often, cases that are worthwhile aren’t immediately approved, which stresses the importance of getting a lawyer… Read more

When applying for Social Security or SSDI, it’s as simple as submitting the facts and then waiting for benefits to come in. In Wisconsin, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, the Social Security Administration demands quite a bit of evidence and information to even consider your application. A minor detail is incomplete… Read more

For veterans and other individuals receiving benefits, any increase in funds is welcomed. The benefits are often what allows the individual to keep their quality of life up during difficult times where they may not be able to work. Cost of living increases are common for those receiving benefits, including veterans and those receiving social… Read more

When it comes to veterans’ benefits, there are a lot of different scenarios that exist. This is because benefits are carefully crafted to the individual veteran, their disability and their needs. Often, some of the greatest confusion comes from the differentiation of total and permanent disability, and if one can qualify for one, or both,… Read more

When an injury occurs on the jobsite, it can be scary for a number of reasons. First, you want to assess the injury and deal with any immediate danger. Once that is taken care of, the unknowns of time away from work and any lost wages take precedent. Tabak Law has a lot of experience… Read more

While the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly changed the way we conduct ourselves on a daily basis, people have still found a way to get out and enjoy the weather this summer. With Labor Day weekend being the unofficial end of summer, many people are eager to get a few more breaths of warm air before… Read more

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