MY PHILOSOPHY:
“The earlier that you consult with an attorney the less likely you are to make a costly mistake.”
I am a local Chicago-West suburban Social Security disability lawyer.
For over 20 years I have concentrated my practice in Social Security Disability law. In that time I have helped several thousand people secure Social Security disability benefits. My clients have been children, adults, veterans and railroad workers.
“If you are suffering from an illness or injury and you cannot work you may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits. Social Security disability benefits can provide both a monthly income and health care”.
“Individuals with serious medical conditions may qualify for expedited assistance if they are afflicted by any one of approximately 200 conditions that the Social Security administration has set aside as either “Compassionate Allowances” (CAL), “Terminal Illness” (TERI), or “Quick Disability Determination” (QDD). About 3% of applicants will qualify under one of these programs.
The majority of cases will be subject to the Social Security Administration’s “5-step analysis” which will apply SSA’s “Listing of Impairments” Adult and Child and the “Grid Rules “.
Legal Help for Disability Applicants
In order to prove that you are disabled you must first prove that you suffer with an impairment(s) which cause you severe limitations in your ability to function. Proving your functional limitations requires medical evidence of your diagnosis, treatment, response to treatment, prognosis, and residual functional capacity. The Social Security Administration has hundreds and hundreds of rules and regulations explaining and defining what qualifies as acceptable and sufficient proof of disability. An individual may be disabled by one or more impairments, either alone or in combination.
An individual may be disabled because of severe limitations effecting:
- Physical Exertion and Stamina
- Upper Limb Function
- Lower Limb Function
- Spinal Function
- Mental Health Function
- Brain Function
- Communication Function
- Intellectual Function
- Functions of Consciousness
- Digestive and Reproductive Function
- Continence Function
- Hearing and other Functions of the Ear
- Visual Function
- Functions of the Skin
for details for each of these conditions click here.
What my clients say:
Thanks Andrew. When I was referred to you, my life had suddenly changed. I was honestly impressed with your style from our first phone call. Thank you for your expertise and kindness in dealing with my disability case.
I feel blessed that I was able to be represented by Andrew. He treated me as if I was a close friend or a family member of his. It's very obvious Andrew really cares about the people he represents and fights for. I can't say enough good things about his law firm.
I am currently receiving monthly benefits and Medicare which I desperately needed. I wanted to take a quick second to not only thank you but REMIND you how MUCH your work means to those you help. I think all people, no matter their profession, go through periods of “why am I doing this?” moments – of course compensation is a big factor but please remind yourself of all the people who can feed their families and have access to healthcare because you fight for them!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Never give up the fight – you are needed!!
This may answer some of your questions
My BLOG & GALLERY
Picture if you will, a poor soul struggling with disabling mental illness. They are severely impaired, have no income to live on, may well be homeless and without family or friends to support them. They may have made a claim for disability benefits and it has most likely been denied.
It is estimated that there are approximately 3 million women living with breast cancer in the United States, currently, and it is predicted that another 300,000 women will be diagnosed with cancer this year (estimates for men predict around 2500 newly diagnosed in 2017).
For the parents of children on the autism spectrum, there is nothing more important than assuring that their child is receiving both an appropriate education and adequate medical attention.