Most people need to work to support themselves and their families. If a disability prevents you from earning an income, it can cause serious financial distress. Social Security disability benefits, both in the form of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) exist to provide a financial lifeline to those in need.
If an injury, illness, or medical impairment keeps you from working, you may be eligible for financial benefits through a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim. SSDI benefits are designed to provide financial support to people who cannot work due to a disabling medical condition.
When you file for Social Security disability benefits or Social Security survivor benefits, your work can affect your monthly compensation. As simply explained by the Social Security Administration (SSA), “if you’re younger than full retirement age, and earn more than certain amounts, your benefits will be reduced.” Here, our Chicago metro Social Security disability lawyer Harold W. Conick provides a more thorough explanation of how Social Security income limits affect returning to the workplace.
Military service veterans have made enormous sacrifices for our country. There are veterans in nearly every community. According to official U.S. government data, there are approximately 720,000 veterans in Illinois and another 415,000 in Wisconsin. Unfortunately, many veterans are dealing with disabilities or medical impairments related to their military service.
