Disability Law Blog

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026

November 18, 2025

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Here are exact dollar amounts and examples of what you can expect.

How is Social Security being affected by the Government Shutdown?

October 2, 2025

As the federal government has entered a shutdown and many federal services are impacted, Social Security’s Disability program will continue functioning as usual. Applications and appeals can be filed and will be processed, and existing benefits will continue to be paid as usual.

Social Security Disability Benefits for Vasculitis

May 19, 2025

With a personal connection to disabling affects of Vasculitis, Balin Law provides zealous advocacy to get people the disability benefits they need and deserve.

Three Balin Law Attorneys Selected to 2025 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

February 19, 2025

Balin Law has 3 attorneys rated by Super Lawyers for 2025; two Ohio Super Lawyers honorees and one chosen to Ohio Rising Stars.

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025

December 18, 2024

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025. Here are exact dollar amounts and examples of what you can expect.

How to get Disability Benefits for Lupus

September 17, 2024

The following section is adapted from the transcripts of this video: Hello, my name is Chad Delesk and I am a disability attorney with Balin Law. I would like to discuss lupus with you today. Lupus is an autoimmune disease which has the potential to…

Power Outage at Mentor Office – EDITED: Headquarters Reopens, Power Restored

August 8, 2024

UPDATE: Sunday, August 11, 2024 – Power has been restored at our HQ! Our Mentor Office will reopen at 8:00am on Monday, August 12th. Balin Law’s headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, lost power on Tuesday night due to a major storm that caused significant damage across…

Disability Benefits for Thrombotic Disorders – CVI, DVT, and PE

May 29, 2024

Thrombotic disorders like DVT, PE, and CVcan significantly impact your life and your ability to work. Principal Attorney Paulette Balin reviews the requirements for Social Security Disability for thrombotic disorders such as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

Balin Law Attorneys Recognized by Peers, Named as “Super Lawyers”

February 15, 2024

We are thrilled to share that Balin Law’s attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers again for 2024. Balin Law’s founder, Attorney Paulette Balin has been rated by Super Lawyers for the fourth consecutive year, and Managing Appellate Attorney Matthew Shupe has made the Rising Stars list for an impressive 10th year in a row!
This recognition is a testament to their unwavering dedication to their clients and their commitment to providing them with the best legal advocacy possible.

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2024

January 1, 2024

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced an 3.2% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2024. Here are exact dollar amounts and examples of what you can expect.