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At Tabak Law, we’ve spent the last 15 years helping veterans, Social Security disability applicants, and injured workers secure the benefits they rightfully deserve. Recently, our own Monica Irelan Karas, attorney and partner, had the chance to discuss our mission on The Morning Blend. Every day, we fight for those who have served our country… Read more

For veterans with service-connected disabilities, receiving proper compensation is essential, especially if their disability keeps them from maintaining substantially gainful employment. The VA has a specific benefit for veterans who have this issue called Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), which grants 100% disability compensation to eligible veterans. This is an important benefit for… Read more

Milwaukee knows how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style, and 2025 is set to be no different! With a rich Irish heritage and a love for festivities, the city offers many lively parades, bar crawls, live music, and family-friendly events. Whether you’re looking to raise a pint of Guinness, dance to traditional Irish tunes,… Read more

Social Security Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program that gives financial support to those who are unable to work due to a disability. In order to qualify for this program, applicants must meet specific criteria such as having a condition that meets Social Security’s definition of disability and they must have enough work history. The… Read more

The Department of Veterans Affairs offers benefits to veterans who have a disability that resulted from their time in the military. Veterans’ benefits were originally established to honor those who served heroically in the military, however, the VA does not always treat veterans as the heroes they are. Too often, the VA wrongfully denies claims… Read more

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