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A cancer diagnosis can turn life upside down overnight. Between treatments, side effects and uncertainty about the future, many people find themselves unable to continue working. Often, family members miss substantial work to help care for you while undergoing treatment. A common question we hear is: Does cancer qualify for Social Security Disability benefits?
When you work with Black & Jones, you're getting a workers' compensation attorney who treats your case like it matters — because it does. It's simple: Preparation. Advocacy. Results.
After a work-related injury, being released to “light duty” can feel like a step in the right direction. You’re following your doctor’s orders, trying to stay productive and easing your way back to work. But what happens if you’re injured again while performing light-duty work? Many injured workers in Illinois are surprised to learn that this situation is more common—and more legally complex—than they expect.
One of the most common questions veterans ask after filing a VA disability claim is also one of the most frustrating: How long is this going to take? While VA compensation benefits can provide critical financial support, the process is rarely quick. Understanding realistic timelines can help veterans better prepare for what lies ahead.
After a workplace injury, many employees hesitate to file a workers’ compensation claim because they’re afraid of losing their job. It’s a valid concern—especially if your employer seems frustrated or unsupportive after you report an injury. So, what does Illinois law actually say?
Yes, a back injury can qualify, although that doesn’t mean it always will. Back injuries are one of the most common reasons people apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Herniated discs, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, degenerative disc disease and chronic lower back pain can be debilitating, but many applicants are surprised to learn that a severe back injury does not automatically qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
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