Disability Law

Social Security Disability Benefits

A severe physical or mental condition may qualify you for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Social Security Disability: 8 Reasons You May Be Denied Benefits

Will your claim for SSDI or SSI disability benefits be denied?

ERISA Disability Benefits Applications: 6 Common Mistakes

Increase your chance of getting ERISA group disability benefits by avoiding these common mistakes.

California Short-Term Disability Benefits

The State of California requires all employees to pay into its short-term disability insurance (SDI) program through payroll deductions.

Psychiatric Service Dogs & Emotional Support Animals: Access to Public Places & Other Settings

Psychiatric service dogs are allowed in most public places, while emotional support animals are not.

Can You Be Fired From a Job While on Leave With Disability?

Being granted disability insurance benefits while you are off work does not prevent your employer from taking your job away.

Getting Veterans Disability Compensation for Vision or Hearing Loss

Hearing loss and tinnitus are common among veterans. Here's how the VA tests and rates vision and hearing loss caused by service.

Benefits for Disabled Veterans' Spouses and Children

Health care and educational benefits are available to spouses and children of veterans who are totally and permanently disabled.

Special Education Lawyers: Do You Need One?

A special education attorney can help you advocate for your child in school.

Understanding Special Education Law & the IEP

An overview of special education laws, IEP, and your child's special education rights.