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 […]
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Man Could Spend Time Behind Bars for Stealing Disability Benefits
Posted on January 19th, 2012 by Jeffrey Rabin
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 […]
Illinois Social Security Disability Ranks High
Posted on December 22nd, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
Some citizens from Illinois rely primarily on Social Security benefits. The number of people relying on Social Security Disability benefits across the nation is at an average of 16. 7 percent, according to public record. West-central Illinois residents receive a higher percentage than the rest of the state and the nation, averaging 20 percent. This […]
Disability Benefits Recipients May Need Extra Help
Posted on December 14th, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
For many people living in Illinois, their Social Security disability allowance is all that keeps them alive. Many times these benefits are used for basic necessities, such as rent, food and heating bills. Many of those living on SSDI benefits are doing so because a serious illness or injury didn’t allow them to continue working. […]
Relief Programs Often Necessary to Supplement Benefits
Posted on December 5th, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
Those Illinois residents receiving Social Security disability benefits know from experience what a struggle it is just to survive. During the holiday season, you hear of many relief agencies seeking donations to help families in need. While SSDI benefits can be extremely helpful, they may not cover much more than basic necessities, leaving recipients to […]
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