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Short Term Long Term Disability Erisa

Short and Long Term Chicago Disability Lawyers ERISA or (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) as it is also known is a federally implemented law that was put in place to govern insurance programs that are sponsored by employers. ERISA is a comprehensive set of regulations, rules and guidelines that are often misunderstood. The law gives[…]

What Types of Cases Do SSDI Attorneys Handle?

SSDI attorneys handle a variety of cases pertaining to disability benefits and claim denials. In Illinois, a person who develops a disability caused by some type of illness or injury is entitled to file a claim for disability benefits through two federal programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Both programs provide assistance to people with disabilities, but they have different qualification requirements for approval.

What to Do While Waiting on SSD Approval

Knowing what to do while waiting on SSD approval can help your claim go smoothly. If you file a claim for Social Security disability benefits, and you are waiting on approval, you must follow steps to protect your benefits and reduce financial hardships. Steps to take include seeing your doctor for continuing medical care, working if Read More

Can I still qualify for SSD benefits if I have never held a job?

Social Security Disability provides financial assistance to people who cannot work due to disabling medical conditions. As any Illinois Social Security lawyer knows, SSD benefits are not awarded based on financial need. Besides meeting medical criteria, beneficiaries must have adequate earnings to qualify as “insured.” Given this requirement, SSD benefits are not directly available to Read More

Why Can’t You Work?

Back Injury and Problems Breathing Problems Mental and Emotional Problems Syndromes Muscle and Bone Impairments Digestive Problems Heart and Blood Vessel Disorders Kidney and Glandular Conditions Neurological and Central Nervous System Disorders Hearing and Vision Problems Chicago Social Security Disability Lawyers Illinois Supplemental Security Income Attorneys Welcome to our Chicago, Illinois law firm. For over[…]

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Social Security Disability References SSI Lawyer Illinois Assistance : The Social Security disability system was developed for providing monetary assistance to those who are unable … SSI Attorney Illinois Representation : If you are someone who has been unable to work for any significant time period because of an injury … Getting SSI Disability Illinois[…]

How to Minimize SSD Case Backlog

 Chicago SSD Attorney Illinois SSI Lawyers When you become disabled and are unable to work, social security disability benefits are of utmost importance to you and you cannot afford to wait to receive those benefits. Unfortunately, the amount of time it takes for the Social Security Administration to review a claim can take several months[…]

What Are Substantial Gainful Activity Exceptions?

When you apply for Social Security disability benefits in Illinois, you may be eligible for substantial gainful activity exceptions. To receive SSDI benefits, your substantial gainful activity (SGA) from work activity or profit from earnings must be below the annual SGA limit the Social Security Administration allows.

Are SSDI Benefits Taxable?

If you live in Illinois and receive Social Security disability, you may wonder, “are SSDI benefits taxable?” In Illinois, state laws exclude SSDI benefits from taxation. In most states, SSDI benefits are not taxed if Social Security disability is your only source of income.

Can I work while receiving social security benefits?

Can I work while receiving social security benefits? The Social Security Administration will look closely at the type of work you perform, your daily work routine, and your daily or weekly work hours to determine whether you are disabled. If you are still working and applying for Social Security disability benefits, your application may be denied.