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Your 2025 Social Security Benefits Are Increasing: Here’s What to Know

Social Security payments will increase by 2.5% in 2025, providing welcome relief to millions of beneficiaries across the country. There is good...

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Understanding Social Security Disability Claims in Chicago: A Guide for Applicants

As a Social Security Disability (SSD) lawyer serving the Chicago area, I've seen firsthand how challenging the application process can be for...

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Denied Disability for Mental Illness? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you've been denied disability benefits for your mental illness, you're not alone. The path to securing Social Security disability benefits can...

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Can You Get Disability For Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can significantly impact a person's quality of life and ability to work. Sleep apnea qualifies...

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How Long Does A Disability Appeal Take?

Navigating the disability appeal process can be daunting, especially when facing financial and health challenges. Generally, the timeline for a disability appeal...

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Does The Surviving Spouse Get Disability Benefits?

Losing a spouse is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can endure. The emotional toll is immense. For those who have...

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Sickle Cell And Disability Benefits

Living with sickle cell disease is possible but most individuals must make drastic changes to their lifestyle. Even so, it’s not uncommon for someone to be unable to work or perform daily activities. That’s when applying for Social Security disability benefits can help. If you or a loved one is suffering from this disease, then it might be time to speak to an attorney for application support. What Is Sickle Cell Disease? Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a blood disorder...

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Can The IRS Garnish Social Security Disability Payments?

Losing your Social Security Disability benefits can be distressing, especially when you rely on them as a primary source of income. The sudden loss or reduction of these benefits can create confusion, frustration, and fear, as you worry about how to regain your benefits and how to make ends meet in the meantime. One of the most distressing scenarios is when the Internal Revenue Service  (IRS) garnishes your supplemental security income (SSI) or Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits. In...

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Can I Get A Mortgage On Social Security Disability?

Obtaining a mortgage on Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is certainly possible. Lenders often consider benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) as a regular income source, which is crucial when applying for a mortgage. Imagine a scenario where an individual receives $1,500 per month in SSD benefits. If this person has a good credit score, say above 680, and manageable debt, they could potentially qualify for a mortgage. However, if the same individual has a significant amount of debt...

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