We’ve said it many times, but it still bears repeating: the road to winning Social Security Disability benefits is long and difficult to navigate. In Illinois, the denial rate for initial disability claims hovers between 60% to 70%. It is especially discouraging to be denied disability benefits when you have been dealing with an illness
Qualifying for Social Security Disability benefits is a challenging and long process. But applicants with certain serious life-threatening conditions need quicker decisions. In attempt to address this situation, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has developed the Compassionate Allowances program for individuals with disabilities who have medical conditions that are so serious that it’s plainly obvious
Paper checks from the federal government, including those for Social Security benefits, are going the way of dial-up internet, phone books, paper maps and other outdated technologies that have been replaced with newer and better alternatives. In recent months, the Feds stopped issuing paper checks for most federal payments. Federal law now mandates that most
These squares are like mini pumpkin pies. They are easy to make and great for snacking and Halloween treats. They’re a fall favorite of the Chicago Social Security Disability attorneys and disability benefits team at Nash Disability Law. Here’s what you need: ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup brown sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour ½
