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Chronic pain is very common among veterans and is often a result of an injury sustained during their military service. It can be difficult to diagnose a veteran with “chronic pain” but if it affects the veteran’s daily activities, it can be defined as a service-connected disability. One of the most important aspects needed to… Read more

For certain individuals receiving SSDI payments, the Social Security Administration may routinely perform a Continuing Disability Review, also known as a CDR. A CDR is a review of an individual’s disability to determine if they still meet the requirements for disability benefits. This review is an important aspect of maintaining current SSDI payments. In this… Read more

If you have a traumatic brain injury or TBI, it can be difficult to navigate the process of filing for SSDI. SSDI is a federal program that assists people who are unable to work due to a disability. A TBI can come with a range of symptoms that affect cognitive function, memory, and daily activities,… Read more

Getting your SSDI application denied can be frustrating, but if you disagree with the decision you received from the Social Security Administration, you have the option to file an appeal. The first level of appeal is called “reconsideration,” where a different examiner reviews your application again. If your claim is still denied at the reconsideration… Read more

Veterans who have multiple disabilities may experience challenges when applying for VA benefits. Each disability has its symptoms, treatments, and impact on daily life, making it tough to keep thorough documentation of each of them. The VA also has a complex rating system for disabilities that isn’t as simple as adding each condition’s rating together…. Read more

If you are a veteran or active military, you shouldn’t have to worry about how you can afford housing. The VA home loan program helps veterans purchase homes by offering special loan terms and interest rates usually lower than other mortgage loans. This program provides support and a path to homeownership to veterans and active… Read more

The Social Security Administration is in charge of an important program to help provide financial relief for those who cannot work, which is SSDI. This program has complex eligibility requirements, making the application process difficult. As of June 2024, the Social Security Administration has made updates as to how eligibility for SSDI is determined, primarily… Read more

SSDI provides financial support for those who are unable to work due to a disability. While this is a helpful resource, it often doesn’t provide enough financial support. Many people who are on SSDI choose to seek out other benefits but are unaware of how being on SSDI can affect what other benefits they can… Read more

As August arrives, the realization that summer is coming to an end can be hard to ignore. But don’t worry—there’s still plenty of time to enjoy the last rays of summer in Milwaukee! In this blog, we will be highlighting some of the events happening in August in the Milwaukee area that you will not… Read more