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SSD Cost of Living Adjustment for 2019 If you are receiving social security disability benefits, or have been denied and are appealing a claim, it is good to know what you can expect for regular payments. Given that these benefits are a lifeline for so many in need, being able to budget around them is… Read more

With the holiday season upon us, many individuals and families are looking for holiday-themed events to attend. Luckily, there is no shortage of fun activities going on in MIlwaukee and southern Wisconsin. In the spirit of the season, Tabak Law has compiled a list of 2018 Christmas events and festivals in the Milwaukee area. Check… Read more

The work that Tabak Law has done for Veterans in Milwaukee, the state of Wisconsin and beyond is becoming very well known. The number one service provided is helping Veterans obtain the benefits that they are entitled to their their service time. But in addition to this work, the firm provides many other services –… Read more

Since March 2, 2016, worker’s compensation law added an additional provision that temporary total and temporary partial disability can be denied if the injured worker was terminated for misconduct or substantial fault. This change was initiated because employers did not want to continue temporary disability or lost wages benefits for an employee that they discharged… Read more

After several years of social security disability benefit amounts remaining relatively stagnant, 2018 saw a decent increase of 2% as the rates raised appropriately with inflation. Now, rates will be raising again in 2019 – with the biggest increase amount since 2012. This means that those receiving 2019 social security disability benefits will get more… Read more

What Does the Mental Evaluation for Social Security Disability Entail? As you may be aware, filing a claim for social security disability benefits doesn’t only mean you have a physical limitation. Mental disorders also qualify for SSD benefits. But, there needs to be recent proof of this mental disorder. That’s where the mental evaluation for… Read more

Offering services to veterans is some of the most rewarding work that we do here at Tabak Law. Often, deserving United States Veterans are denied the benefits they have earned due to their time in combat and need legal assistance to secure them. That’s where we come in to help – and we have a… Read more

Will My Social Security Disability Benefits Turn into Retirement Benefits at Age 65? For many, receiving social security disability benefits can be an extreme relief – especially considering that 70% of claims are initially denied. If you are among that group that has been denied, please don’t hesitate to get a professional involved to help… Read more

Halloween is truly a holiday like no other. What other day is it okay to go to a stranger’s house and ask for a snack? If you are looking to head out trick-or-treating with the kids, we remind you to please be safe and make sure that you are checking out the candy haul before… Read more