Category: Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability benefits are only available to people who cannot perform gainful work. In 2015, people earning over $1,090 per month cannot receive SSD benefits, as any disability lawyer in Chicago can attest. Due to this requirement, covering regular monthly costs may be a challenge for many SSD beneficiaries. The following measures can help

Seniors across America are sitting down this week to determine how the recent decision not to raise Social Security Disability payments in 2016 will affect their monthly budgets. This is only the third time in the past 40 years that the government has decided not to provide a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, to beneficiaries. The

Obtaining Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult at any age because of the rigorous criteria that SSD applicants must meet. If you are over the age of 50, you may be more likely to receive a favorable claim decision, but this outcome is not guaranteed. At the Ankin Law, LLC, we can help you prepare a

If your mental health condition is severe enough that it prevents you from working or maintaining employment, it may be considered a disability and qualify you for long-term disability insurance benefits.

If your schizophrenia symptoms have left you unable to work for at least one year, you may qualify for disability benefits in Illinois. To receive either Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for schizophrenia, you will need to show that you have been diagnosed with schizophrenia and that you meet the

You can get a disability if you have never worked. You may, however, find it challenging to get approved without the help of an experienced advocate. There are lawyers who specialize in Social Security Disability who can help you determine if you are eligible, and if so, assist you in applying for benefits.   You Can Get

Veterans have options when it comes to recovering disability benefits for PTSD. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a life-altering condition that comes as a consequence of veterans who experienced scarring events while serving their country. Veterans struggling with PTSD can quickly become overwhelmed with determining which route to pursue benefits. A disability lawyer can help

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits have a five-month elimination period. This period begins from the date you developed a disabling injury or illness, also called your “disability onset date.” The five-month elimination period seeks to ensure that you have a long-term disabling condition before collecting any SSDI benefits. There are, however, certain exceptions to