by Jonathan Cole | Jan 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Back and spine problems are one of the most common reasons people apply for Social Security Disability benefits — but not every diagnosis automatically qualifies. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a detailed medical guide, often called the “Blue Book,” to...
by Jonathan Cole | Jan 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
As we ring in 2026, several new Illinois laws go into effect that could impact your family’s planning, long-term care, probate matters, and property rights. Some of these changes make it simpler to settle a modest estate or strengthen protections for vulnerable...
by Jonathan Cole | Jun 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
Illinois has created a new law 755 ILCS 40/10 which amended The Health Care Surrogate Act by changing Sections 10, 20, and 65. This act originally set the guidelines for deciding whether to forgo life sustaining or any other form of medical treatment that involves an...
by Jonathan Cole | May 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
One challenge many Social Security Disability applicants face is the egregious cost of medical records. The medical records departments of hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, and specialty locations are both profiteering and blatantly disregarding the rules for...
by Jonathan Cole | Apr 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
Covid-19 has affected everyone, but there are certain patients who have survived Covid-19 who are still suffering drastic and debilitating health issues, even after the initial phase of Covid should have run it’s course. These individuals are suffering from consistent...
by Jonathan Cole | Apr 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
There are two types of disability limitations that the Social Security Administration takes into account, physical limitations and mental health limitations. In regard to these types of disabilities, it is much more nuanced to be able to win a mental health claim. A...
