It was just another typical day on the job. You go in to work, expecting nothing more than what you do every day. But something unexpected happens and you suffer a serious, debilitating injury that leaves you wondering if you will ever be able to work again. Those who find themselves in a situation similar […]
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Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits Can Be Complex
Posted on February 4th, 2012 by Jeffrey Rabin
Man Becomes Violent When Denied Disability Benefits
Posted on February 2nd, 2012 by Jeffrey Rabin
Social Security disability benefits can be hugely beneficial for those individuals in Illinois who are no longer able to work because of an illness or injury. When people are denied those benefits, it can feel like a hopeless situation. Recently, a 50-year-old man was sentenced to one year of probation for attempting to threaten works […]
Long Waiting Period for Those Applying for SSDI
Posted on January 25th, 2012 by Jeffrey Rabin
Individuals who can no longer work because of an illness or injury often find Social Security disability benefits to be hugely beneficial. However, millions of Americans are waiting to be approved. According to one news source, there are currently 1.8 million pending claims. The millions who are waiting to be approved for Social Security disability […]
Man Could Spend Time Behind Bars for Stealing Disability Benefits
Posted on January 19th, 2012 by Jeffrey Rabin
As written about in last week’s post, Social Security disability benefits are intended for those who are fully disabled and completely unable to work. However, there are people in Illinois and elsewhere who take advantage of the system. Recently, one man admitted to stealing close to $90,000 in Social Security disability benefits. The 55-year-old man […]
Getting Help When Applying for SSD Benefits
Posted on December 27th, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
It can be overwhelming when a person suffers an injury or illness that prevents them from working. Often, the process to begin receiving Social Security disability benefits can be complicated, but there are places to turn for help. Working with someone experienced in filing the necessary paperwork can not only help to speed up the […]