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Can An ALJ Make A Decision Without A Hearing?

Within the realm of disability law and the Social Security Administration, there's a group of decision-makers known as Administrative Law Judges (ALJs). These judges hold the responsibility of determining whether individuals qualify for disability benefits, a process that can sometimes involve hearings. Let's explore this intricate world and delve into the question: Can an ALJ make a decision without holding a hearing? The Power of ALJs ALJs play a big role in deciding if someone can get disability benefits. Sometimes,...

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How To Celebrate Disability Pride Month Beyond July

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed on July 26, 1990, was a landmark legislation that further advanced the rights of people with disabilities by prohibiting discrimination and ensuring equal access to public spaces, transportation, employment, and other essential services. The month of July is now Disability Pride Month, and for over 30 years has continued to serve as a reminder of the importance of such legislation and the ongoing work needed to create a more inclusive and accessible society....

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What to Know About Mental Health Short Term Disability

  Living with a mental health disorder is challenging, especially if you are trying to work full-time. If you feel your mental health prevents you from sufficiently finishing your job duties, then it’s time to consider supplemental income. Our experts have provided a short guide to learn more about mental health short term disability benefits. Mental Health Disorders and Conditions Anyone experiencing mental health issues may suffer from a wide range of disorders or conditions that are eligible for short...

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Does Multiple Sclerosis Qualify For Disability?

There are just under 1 million Americans living with Multiple Sclerosis. There is no known cause in addition to just a few risk factors we know about this disabling condition. If you or a loved one is unable to work or complete daily tasks, then you should consider applying for social security disability benefits. What Is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Multiple Sclerosis is a disease that directly affects the body’s nervous system. Antibodies incorrectly attack the nerve fibers surrounding the brain...

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Understanding Social Security Disability Back Pay Benefits

How Does Disability Back Pay Work? If there are any delays between your disability onset date and the date your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application gets approved, you are likely eligible for back pay. SSDI back pay, also known as retroactive benefits, refers to the payment of past-due benefits you can receive. Here are some additional details that break down key components of the back pay process. Disability onset date: The SSA establishes a disability onset date, which is...

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How To Get On Disability For A Traumatic Brain Injury

If you have been struggling to complete daily tasks or are unable to work due to traumatic brain injury (TBI), then you should consider applying for social security disability benefits. It should be noted that the approval process for disability benefits is difficult to endure, especially if you’re applying on your own. That’s why you need to be prepared with as much information as you can gather for your application. Gather All Medical Evidence Related To Your TBI – This...

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Your Guide To The COLA Increase for SSI In 2023

Whether you already receive social security disability benefits or are looking to get approved for them, it’s imperative for you to know about this year’s cost of living assessment increase. For the first time in nearly 41 years, the amount received by a person who is receiving any type of social security benefits has increased to 8.7 percent. That’s a much higher rate for supplemental security income (SSI) compared to 2022, when the rate was only 5.9%. As an existing...

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Disability Benefits & Mental Health: Our Podcast Feature

In early December, disability attorney Jeffrey A. Rabin was featured on the Behind Our Door podcast with co-hosts Nancy Sussman and Julie Joyce. Together, they held a discussion over the question, “What if I’m unable to work because of my mental health?” Over the course of this hour-long episode, Jeffrey A. Rabin breaks down the application process and gathering medical evidence for someone who is looking to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Social Security Income (SSI) for...

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Understanding Bipolar Disorder as a Disability

Previously known as “manic depression”, Bipolar Disorder is a mental condition that causes extreme changes in mood, energy, and focus. This can lead to loss of relationships, family, employment, and more. In order to be approved for Social Security benefits for Bipolar Disorder, certain requirements must be met. Due to the complexity of the varying disorders and requirements, we recommend working with an experienced disability attorney. Bipolar Disorder Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Thought to be primarily hereditary, Bipolar Disorder causes...

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I want to thank the Rabin legal team for their outstanding support since 2022 in helping Lindsay successfully getting through the SSI application, appeal(s), and finally approval process.

Everyone on your team has been extremely helpful, patient, professional, and diligent in working through this long and arduos process. The fact that Lindsay's file had approximately 3000 pages clearly shows the amount of time, work, and thoroughness the Rabin team has done for Lindsay. My wife, Lindsay and I cannot thank each of you enough for the support you have provided through this process. The SSI decision is a key step in Lindsay's continued progress in working through her disability. The positive outcome of yesterday's hearing clearly shows how your team's collective efforts over several years provided the information needed to have SSI approve the appeal. Thanks again to each and every one of you for your support.

Bill and Karen C

Chicago, IL

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My experience with Jeffrey A Rabin has been very good.

My approval of Social Security disability benefits came much quicker than I had expected. I first met with an associate on April 16, 2020 and we filed my application on May 21, 2020. My application was approved on August 3, 2020, only around a four month process. Even though we were at the beginning of this coronavirus outbreak when we started, it was easy to contact them and complete this process.

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Chicago, IL

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Thank you so much for all you and the staff have done for me.

It meant a lot to me every time I called and whoever I talked to knew all about my case. It was wonderful that I didn’t get pushed from one person to another. Your staff was always happy; they acted like they personally know me. But most of all I CAN’T BELIEVE HOW FAST YOU HAD MY CASE DONE. You and your staff really put a smile on my face. Thank you for doing what I couldn’t get done. Everyone will know Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associate

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This was an outstanding experience for me from my first appointment to the last.

This Law Firm was very professional kind and considerate of me and my disability. They knew exactly what it was like for me in the real world and absolutely essential to help me explain that and my disability to the Social Security Administration. I definitely could not have done this without them and they have changed my life for the better forever. In my eyes they are the best social security disability law firm in Chicago and the suburbs.

Steven Sidbeck

Chicago, IL

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I filed for my disability and got denied twice. So I decided that I needed help of a lawyer.

I began to search and in the process of me searching I always look @ the reviews if I see more bad than good reviews I move on to the next, but not with these guys I didn’t they helped me thru the whole process and assured me if there was a problem or concern I had to reach out and they would help me anyway they could, I dealt with with a few ppl there in the office I must say from the receptionist down to the paralegals they are awesome...

Danielle Sanders

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I wanted to say thank you for everything that you did for me, I greatly appreciate it.

You believed in me when a lot and social security did not. I was a risk for you to pay for my medical records, not knowing if you would win, if I had not won you would have been out of a lot of money and time. I have known other attorney’s, and have worked with them in the past, but they are nothing like you! You are a very kind generous human being with compassion. I pray that God will bless you practice and make you very successful ...

Patricia M.

Chicago, IL

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