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Social Security Increase: How Does COLA Impact Your Benefits?

If you rely on Social Security SSI and SSDI, you can expect a 3.2% social security increase beginning in 2024. Although it is not as high as the 8.7% cost of living increase received for 2023, it will still boost your Social Security benefits by about $50 each month, depending on your full retirement age and current monthly Social Security earnings.

Epilepsy Disability Insurance Claim Denial

Did your insurance company deny your disability claim for epilepsy? An epilepsy disability insurance claim denial does not mark the end of your fight. Disability insurance companies often deny claims from first-time claimants. If your claim was denied, you can file an appeal to try to reverse the denial.

Is Schizophrenia a Disability?

Is schizophrenia a disability that qualifies for benefits to people who have the condition? According to the Social Security Administration, the federal agency that oversees disability claims, schizophrenia is considered a disability if it makes working impossible for the afflicted party.

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys

Chicago Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Attorneys Ankin Law, is the people’s legal voice in Chicago and Peoria. With over 12 years experience in the areas of workers compensation, personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, and wrongful death we have seen lawsuits evolve over the years. However, our firm’s talent to aggressively advocate clients’ rights has[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Howard Ankin

Howard Ankin 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780E-mail: Email MeFax: (312) 346-8781Download Howard’s vCard A third generation lawyer, Howard Ankin has known many of his clients since he was a child. They descend from family members, friends and co-workers of his father and grandfather; many recall him as a young boy accompanying[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Paul Ankin

Paul B. Ankin 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780E-mail: Email MeFax: (312) 346-8781 Paul Ankin is part of the backbone of the Chicago legal community, having practiced law for over four decades. After serving in the United States Army as an Assistant Post Judge Advocate General at Sixth Army Headquarters, Presidio of[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Scott Goldstein

Scott G. Goldstein 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780Fax: (312) 346-8781 Scott Goldstein was born with advocacy in his veins. His father was a city bus driver, and eventually worked his way up through the union ranks to become President of the Milwaukee County Labor Council, AFL-CIO. His mother is a faculty[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Telly Liapis

Telly J. Liapis 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780E-mail: Email MeFax: (312) 346-8781 The son of Greek immigrants, Telly J. Liapis grew up learning firsthand how hard work and perseverance are the driving forces behind professional success and the realization of lifelong goals. At a young age, he became dedicated to working[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Derek Lax

Derek S. Lax 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780E-mail: Email MeFax: (312) 346-8781 Derek S. Lax grew up in Philadelphia, a city populated by the blue-collar working class. His father was an influential figure in the Philadelphia publishing industry, but it was his aunt, the head of the Delaware County Social Security[…]

Ankin Law : Our Attorneys – Jon Topolewski

Jon Topolewski 162 W. GrandChicago, Illinois 60654 Phone: (800) 442-6546(312) 346-8780E-mail: Email MeFax: (312) 346-8781 Jon Topolewski grew up Detroit, the son of a local engineer and union member. The rough infrastructure of city living made him all too familiar with the hardships of urban culture and the unsafe and sometimes risky environments dwellers face[…]