Chicago, IL Social Security Disability Blog

Chicago Social Security Disability Blog
Nash Disability Law keeps you connected to the latest news and information on Social Security Disability.

Will Taking a Trip Derail Your Disability Claim?

October 2, 2026

Consider for a moment these examples of actual travel situations among the clients we have represented who were applying for Social Security disability benefits: Case #1: A client who was seeking disability benefits based solely on mental health issues. When we called him, he was about to get on an airplane. Case #2: In the

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Representatives Push to End Social Security Garnishments for Student Debt

October 2, 2026

Under current law, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be reduced or offset for defaulted federal student loans. Supplemental Security Income [SSI] is a needs-based program and is completely shielded from student loan collection, even after default. Under the Treasury Offset Program the federal government can withhold up to 15% of your monthly SSDI

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If You Have Hearing Loss, Can You Qualify for Social Security Benefits?

October 2, 2026

An estimated 50 million Americans—about 1 in every 7 people—experience some degree of hearing loss. In many cases, hearing loss or deafness does not affect a person’s ability to work. However, it does affect one’s ability to communicate. As a result, people who are deaf or hard of hearing often have difficulty sustaining competitive work.

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Chicago Police Officer Paralyzed While on Duty Finds Success with a Food Company

October 1, 2026

When life hands you lemons, you make…applesauce? At least that’s what Jim Mullen is doing. He is turning an old adage on its head by building a successful business and inspiring others to share his vision of what you can achieve despite setbacks. Jim’s story is remarkable, but we’ll let him tell his own story.

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