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Initially, everyone tells you not to hold your breath for an SSDI claim decision. Why? Because they take forever. For people who were hurt and are now missing work that makes it incredibly difficult to plan out your next step. It can even make it difficult to just focus on paying this month’s bills. Your… Read more

When it comes to being injured on the job, there are a plethora of factors involved. In some cases, it may not be immediately obvious that a major injury has occurred, or the worker may want to continue working for fear of losing employment. The worker likely also doesn’t know the rules and regulations around… Read more

  Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that around 8% of United States citizens will encounter at some point in their lives. And studies show that veterans have a higher percentage of PTSD than the general population. For example, around 11-12% of veterans who participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, 12%… Read more

Each year National Voter Registration Day takes place on September 24th. So information on voting within the disabled community is important. However, this year the DRW, or the Disabled Rights Wisconsin group and the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition worked together on a major project. Historically Wisconsin’s percentage point change from disabled voters was far behind… Read more

For anyone applying to SSDI, it isn’t news that you need to provide evidence of your injuries. However, many people do experience some shock when they realize that they’ll need to provide evidence of their limitations, the extent of their disabilities, and their inability to work or obtain employment. Without a doubt, medical evidence will… Read more

Drug addiction is a crippling issue that can harm any aspect of recovering from an injury or illness. That said, addiction can also play a role in your disability claim, making it challenging if not impossible, to receive the assistance that you need. Work with an SSDI attorney in Milwaulkee for guidance on how to… Read more

If you have been approved for social security disability benefits, it’s for a worthwhile reason. And you likely are relying on the monthly payments to allow a certain standard of life. So it is normal to be concerned about the longevity of your disability payments. Does the Social Security Administration Spy on People with Benefits?… Read more

Not everyone who receives SSI or SSDI is an adult with disabilities. Many families turn to SSI for support in getting a child in their family the long-term care that they need. Some children with disabilities require around the clock care and need assistance with basic daily activities. Unfortunately, every few years, the availability of… Read more

Asbestos Exposure and the Military As all of us know now, past exposure to asbestos can be related to a multitude of health problems later in life. For many veterans, exposure to asbestos was a part of their duty, depending on their military situation. Luckily, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is recognizing most diseases… Read more