Social Security Disability – Important Question


The biggest question for people under 50 years of age is whether you can do any kind of work.

The lowest level of work, according to Social Security, is sedentary work.

This means that if you can perform a sit down job, then you are not disabled.

This standard, as you can see, is strict.

That is why it is difficult for people under 50 years of age to win their disability case.

The definition for a sit down job is sitting 6 out of 8 hours, standing and walking 2 hours out of 8 hours, and lifting 10 pounds.

Most sedentary work requires frequent use of the hands for handling and reaching.

The medical records will have to address why you are not able to work a minimal job.

Questions about whether you may be able to win your Social Security Disability case? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Illinois Workers’ Compensation – Top Tips


It is a brave new world in Illinois Work Comp cases.

It will be very important to have proof of limitations due to your work injury.

This will mean telling the doctor all about your problems and limitations.

Each visit you should explain how your ability to perform daily activities such as lifting, walking and standing has changed.

You should also tell the doctor about any limits in range of motion, bending, reaching, handling or fingering.

The final visit is especially important for describing your limitations and pain.

Should you have any questions about your Work Comp injury or limitations please feel free to contact Illinois Work Comp Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Social Security Disability- Top Tips


The most important item in a Social Security Disability case is medical treatment.

You can almost count on being denied if you show up to your Disability hearing without treatment from a medical doctor.

The whole Social Security system revolves around proving your medical condition limits your ability to perform work functions.

It is not good enough to say that you do not have insurance or a medical card.

Look, it is tough in the real world but Social Security does not recognize that people have a terrible time getting health care.

The other important thing to do once you see a doctor is to explain all your problems and limitations.

The Social Security Judges look closely at what the doctors put in their records.

This can make the difference between winning and losing your disability case.

Questions about ways to get medical treatment or how to make sure you present your case in the best light possible?

Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.