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If a medical condition is preventing you from working and earning an income, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Recently, our attorney Lauren Zwirlein appeared on The Morning Blend and discussed the complexities of navigating the Social Security Disability. Here are some key points from the discussion. Nationwide Representation for Social Security… Read more

Valentine’s Day is a special time to celebrate love with a significant other, friends, or even by treating yourself. Milwaukee offers a wide range of events and activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a quiet evening or a lively social event, there are plenty of options to make your Valentine’s Day memorable…. Read more

In order to have a successful VA disability claim, a service connection must be established, service connection proves that your condition was caused or worsened by your time in the military. This is essential to prove because the VA only gives compensation to veterans who have a condition related to their military time. A common… Read more

The VA disability claims process can be overwhelming and hard to know where to even start. With all the different forms and requirements, things can get complicated very quickly. The traditional process for applying for VA disability benefits involves the VA assisting with gathering documentation, which can take a long time. However, there is another… Read more

A common condition among veterans is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea causes interrupted breathing during sleep, which can lead to fatigue and other serious health issues. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers VA disability benefits for veterans who have sleep apnea and can show that it was caused by their time in the military. Often… Read more

SSDI is a federal program that provides financial assistance to people who are unable to work due to a disability. This program helps cover essential living costs such as housing, food, and medical costs for people who can’t maintain their employment because of their disability. After an individual files and gets approved for SSDI, they… Read more

While it is common, many veterans suffer from secondary conditions that they are unaware are linked to a primary condition. After filing a VA claim for a primary condition, veterans commonly think that’s the last time they can do so, but it doesn’t have to be. If a veteran believes they developed a new condition… Read more

While Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and VA disability compensation are different, they both aim to serve the same purpose, provide financial assistance to those with disabilities. SSDI is a federal benefit that is based on work history and is for individuals who cannot work due to a disability. VA disability compensation is a tax-free… Read more

The Gulf War had many U.S. military individuals deployed to the Middle East during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. From these Operations, many veterans ended up having to face unique health issues due to the exposure to the environmental hazards in these environments. These conditions include burning oil wells, pesticides, and chemical agents, which… Read more