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Oregon Injury Attorney Blog

Covers Oregon accident & injury news related to auto cases, insurance claims, social security disability, & workers compensation. Published By Di Bartolomeo Law Office, P.C.

http://www.oregoninjuryattorneyblog.com/

Jun 18
Fatal Collision in Scappose Under Investigation

Fatal Collision in Scappose Under Investigation

The Oregonian and other Portland news outlets report a fatal collision involving an SUV and a Mazda sedan has closed Highway 30 near Scappose. It's obvious why the highway is closed, but what really happens on the ground when this kind of…
Jun 18
Can I Add New Medical Conditoins to My Oregon Workers Compensation Claim?

Can I Add New Medical Conditoins to My Oregon Workers Compensation Claim?

I have probably commented on this issue before, but it is worth re-visiting. A client came in to see me in the past week with an older claim that had been closed a few years ago. He had a flare up of his symptoms, which happens from time…
Jun 10
The Role of Life Care Plans in the Serious Injury Case

The Role of Life Care Plans in the Serious Injury Case

Most of the time we are looking into the past to help someone with an injury claim. We find out what it cost to fix what could be fixed, i.e. medical expenses, or make up for what was lost; think lost wages. But sometimes the medical…

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Hill & Ponton Blog

Covers social security and veterans disability law.

http://www.hillandponton.com/blog/

Jun 18
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder vs. Other Psychological Disorder

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder vs. Other Psychological Disorder

When reviewing claim files for compensation for psychiatric disorders, I often find that a veteran may have received multiple diagnoses over a period of years. Five different mental health professionals may have diagnosed the same…
Jun 4
Part One: The Importance of Reviewing the Complete Claims File: Why is the VA Not Approving My Claim?

Part One: The Importance of Reviewing the Complete Claims File: Why is the VA Not Approving My Claim?

There is Favorable Medical Evidence in my File; So Why is the VA Not Approving My Claim? This is a question that I am asked, almost on a weekly basis. Unfortunately, when it comes to dealing with the VA, sometimes it is hard to answer this…
May 21
VA Disability Benefits—What Happens if My Disability Gets Worse?

VA Disability Benefits—What Happens if My Disability Gets Worse?

Once the Department of Veterans Affairs determines that a veteran does have a disability which is connected to service, the VA considers the severity of that disability and assigns a disability rating. If the veteran is not satisfied…

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Sheri R. Abrams Disability Blog

Covers Social Security disability law and special needs trusts.

http://sheriabrams.com/blog

Jun 18
VA Launches Hotline for Women Veteran

VA Launches Hotline for Women Veteran

The Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new hotline —1-855-VA-WOMEN (1-855-829-6636) — to receive and respond to questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available…
Jun 7
What are the Types of Accommodations That Colleges and Universities Must Make for Students with Disabilitie

What are the Types of Accommodations That Colleges and Universities Must Make for Students with Disabilitie

Accommodations for students with disabilities may include testing accommodations like extended time, use of assistive technology, a different environment to take the test to minimize distractions, breaks during testing, use of a reader, use…
May 31
When a current employee with a disability is no longer able to perform their present job duties, even with reasonable accommodations, due to their disability, what steps should the employer take?

When a current employee with a disability is no longer able to perform their present job duties, even with reasonable accommodations, due to their disability, what steps should the employer take?

Under the ADA the employer should reassign the individual to a vacant or different position for which the employee is qualified, unless it would cause undue hardship to the employer.

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Life, Health and Disability…

Life, Health and Disability Insurance Law Blog

Covers ERISA and non-ERISA issues on disability, life and health insurance law. By Barger & Wolen.

http://www.lifehealthdisabilityinsurancelaw.com/

Jun 17
Recent decision limits the protections from liability for ERISA pension plan fiduciarie

Recent decision limits the protections from liability for ERISA pension plan fiduciarie

James Hazlehurst wrote an article published in The Daily Journal on June 12, 2013, that discussed the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in Harris v. Amgen that limited the protections from liability for ERISA pension plan fiduciaries…
Jun 12
SCOTUS Rules: Right or wrong, arbitrator's interpretation stand

SCOTUS Rules: Right or wrong, arbitrator's interpretation stand

The United States Supreme Court in Oxford Health Plans LLC v. Sutter held that an arbitration agreement in a fee-for-services contract between physicians and a health insurance company required arbitration of a class dispute arising under the…
Jun 7
The Ninth Circuit Revisits - and Limits - the "Presumption of Prudence" For ERISA Fiduciarie

The Ninth Circuit Revisits - and Limits - the "Presumption of Prudence" For ERISA Fiduciarie

Earlier this week, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in Harris v. Amgen that an ERISA pension plan fiduciary is not protected from liability under the “presumption of prudence” for company stock investments where the plan…

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Indiana Long Term Disability…

Indiana Long Term Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers ERISA, disability benefits, and insurance bad faith. By O'Ryan Law Firm.

http://www.indianalongtermdisabilitylawyer-blog.com/

Jun 17
Appealing the Denial of Your Social Security Disability Claim

Appealing the Denial of Your Social Security Disability Claim

After claimants go through the long process of completing paperwork to apply for Social Security disability benefits, it is common for them to receive the unfortunate news that their claim has been denied. The Social Security Administration…
May 29
Can I obtain Punitive Damages for My Denied Disability Claim?

Can I obtain Punitive Damages for My Denied Disability Claim?

When disabled clients first call the O'Ryan Law Firm, one of the first questions they ask is whether they can obtain punitive damages for the wrongful denial of their disability claim. No doubt, many of our clients have suffered incredible…
May 14
Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claim

Multiple Sclerosis Disability Claim

Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. The symptoms and severity of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can vary among those afflicted with the disease, but it is not uncommon for the condition to prevent a…

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Georgia Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers social security disability and medicaid benefits. By Lisa Smith Siegel.

http://www.georgiadisabilitylawyerblog.com/

Jun 14
Research Investigates Ways to Limit Effects of Stroke

Research Investigates Ways to Limit Effects of Stroke

New research being conducted by researchers at the University of Connecticut Health Center is focusing on strategies to prevent the catastrophic effects of stroke. As any Atlanta disability lawyer knows, in most cases of stroke, the person…
Jun 12
Persons Who Suffer Chronic Back Pain Have Higher Suicide Risk

Persons Who Suffer Chronic Back Pain Have Higher Suicide Risk

Persons who suffer from chronic back pain and migraines may be at a much higher risk of suicidal thoughts and fantasies. According to the results of a new study that was recently published in JAMA Psychiatry, doctors treating patients who…
Jun 10
Disability Linked to Food Insecurity

Disability Linked to Food Insecurity

A new study links disability in a household with food insecurity or insufficient quantities of food for a household. In 2011, according to estimates, close to 15 percent of families found it difficult to meet their daily food needs. The…

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Maine Injury, Accident, &…

Maine Injury, Accident, & Disability Law Blog

Covers personal injury and accident law issues in Maine. Published by the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein.

http://www.mainepersonalinjurylaw.com/

Jun 14
'TRUE NRTH' - Join Joe In Supporting The Annual Wellness Walk

'TRUE NRTH' - Join Joe In Supporting The Annual Wellness Walk

On Saturday June 15th, True North will be hosting their second annual 5K Wellness Walk along Back Cove in Portland.True North is a nonprofit dedicated to changing health care and inspiring individuals to live healthier lives through…
Jun 4
HUB 100 - Portland's Hub Furniture Celebrates 100 Year

HUB 100 - Portland's Hub Furniture Celebrates 100 Year

In 1913, two Jewish immigrants from Russia founded a furniture store on Congress Street making deliveries by horse and carriage. One hundred years later it's still going strong.On Thursday June 6th, Hub Furniture will celebrate its 100th…
May 20
WALK 4HRT - Southern Maine Heart Walk Supported by Joe Bornstein

WALK 4HRT - Southern Maine Heart Walk Supported by Joe Bornstein

On Sunday May 19th, the American Heart Association’s annual Southern Maine Heart Walk cruised around Portland’s Back Cove to raise money to fight heart disease. The annual event works to combat the fact that health today in the…

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Social Security Disability Lawyer

Covers social security disability law. By Gordon Gates.

http://www.socialsecuritydisabilitylawyer.us/blog/

Jun 14
Appeals Council Status report coming online in August

Appeals Council Status report coming online in August

The status of a representative's claims at the Appeals Council will be added to SSA's online Appointed Representative Services in August. Deputy Commissioner Glenn Sklar made that announcement at the Spring NOSSCR Conference. This is welcome…
May 14
Going to NOSSCR

Going to NOSSCR

I will be attending the national conference for the National Oganization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) being held this week in Washington, D.C. There is almost always something noteworthy to share from the conference,…
Apr 22
ALJ Names are Back

ALJ Names are Back

As promised, the SSA has updated its online service for representatives to include the name of the administrative law judge (ALJ) assigned to the claim. Just log in to your online services account, go to Electronic Records Express (ERE) Home,…

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Disability Insurance Lawyer Blog

Covers long term disability news and updates. Published By New York attorneys, Frankel & Newfield, PC.

http://www.disabilityinsurancelawyerblog.com/

Jun 14
Overturn Standard's Termination on Vocational Issues for Cancer Patient

Overturn Standard's Termination on Vocational Issues for Cancer Patient

One of the more agonizing forms of cancer, particularly for individuals accustomed to active jobs that involve constant interactions with employees and customers, is throat cancer. Our client, formerly a director of Parking and Security for…
Jun 11
Court Finds Sun Life Unreasonable in Evaluating Pre-Existing Treatment

Court Finds Sun Life Unreasonable in Evaluating Pre-Existing Treatment

A Federal judge in Missouri has determined that Sun Life acted unreasonably, where it sought to apply a pre-existing limitation clause in its long term disability insurance policy to deny coverage to a claimant. Often, ERISA group LTD…
Jun 10
Cigna Disability Settlement - What does it mean for you?

Cigna Disability Settlement - What does it mean for you?

Claimants who have had problems with their Cigna long term disability insurance policy or who are about to file a claim may be concerned about what may happen as a result of the massive multi-state insurance settlement recently announced. …

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Iowa Workers' Compensation Law

By Paul McAndrew Law Firm.

http://iowaworkcomplaw.com/

Jun 13
How To Manage Worry Without Medication

How To Manage Worry Without Medication

Today’s post comes from guest author Kit Case from Causey Law Firm. For the last few weeks we’ve been talking about the very real medical dangers of worry. For injured or disabled workers, worry can add an additional and…
Jun 10
Reversing A Century Of Progress – Are We Back In Upton Sinclair’s Jungle?

Reversing A Century Of Progress – Are We Back In Upton Sinclair’s Jungle?

Many workers no longer have paid sick days. Today’s post comes from guest author Rod Rehm from Rehm, Bennett & Moore. Health Care Is Just The Beginning At a time when a flu epidemic is exploding out of control, killing……
Jun 3
Nanotechnology in the Workplace

Nanotechnology in the Workplace

Today’s post comes from guest author Leonard Jernigan from The Jernigan Law Firm. During cancer research in 1986 an accident created the first man-made nanoparticle, an incredibly small particle which can absorb radiant energy and…

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Social Security Disability Lawyer…

Social Security Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers Social Security disability claims. By Louis B. Lusk.

http://www.social-security-disability-lawyer-blog.com/

Jun 13
National Disabilities Professional Week Hits a Milestone

National Disabilities Professional Week Hits a Milestone

The week of June 10-14, 2013 marks the 15th anniversary of National Disabilities Professional Week, according to the National Association of Disability Examiners. The U.S. Social Securities Administration (SSA) employs nearly 65,000 people…
Jun 7
Cystic Fibrosis and Social Security Disability

Cystic Fibrosis and Social Security Disability

Have you ever had a bad cold and had trouble breathing due to a lot of phlegm and mucus? It feels like you are breathing through a puddle. There are people who breath like this everyday because they have cystic fibrosis. "Cystic fibrosis…
May 28
SSD Insolvency?

SSD Insolvency?

Social Security Disability has not always been a part of the Social Security plan. In 1954, Congress enacted the first disability program under the Social Security Act. In 1956, Congress provided for monthly disability benefits for eligible…

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Disability Law

Covers developments in disability law and related fields.

http://disabilitylaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 11
Gone Fishin'

Gone Fishin'

I'm heading away for a few weeks, in part for this conference, and in part for a vacation. Don't expect any posts from me until I return, though I may tweet some.
Jun 5
DOJ Reaches Hearing Access Settlement with New Haven

DOJ Reaches Hearing Access Settlement with New Haven

See this article in the New Haven Register. It begins:The U.S. Department of Justice and the city have reached a settlement agreement that will ensure the city provides adequate services to individuals who are deaf or have difficulty…
Jun 5
HUD Issues Olmstead Guidance

HUD Issues Olmstead Guidance

Yesterday, the Department of Housing and Urban Development issued a guidance document on the implementation of Olmstead in HUD-funded programs. Integrated housing is a crucial piece of Olmstead implementation, so it's…

Rank this Week: 865

Social Security Disability Blog

Covers the Social Security disability process and strategies for winning cases. By Jonathan Ginsberg.

http://www.ssdanswers.com

Jun 8
How to Coordinate Social Security Disability with Social Security Retirement Benefit

How to Coordinate Social Security Disability with Social Security Retirement Benefit

A number of my Social Security disability clients are in their late 50′s or early 60′s and they have questions about the impact of disability payments on Social Security retirement payments and vice versa. I never felt comfortable…
Apr 29
Disabling Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Arise from a Single Concussion

Disabling Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Arise from a Single Concussion

Concussions have been in the news lately because stories about retired football players who are fighting cognitive loss, memory issues and severe depression that arises from brain injury. Athletes like football players and boxers often…
Apr 29
Disabling Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Arise from a Single Concussion

Disabling Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Arise from a Single Concussion

Concussions have been in the news lately because stories about retired football players who are fighting cognitive loss, memory issues and severe depression that arises from brain injury. Athletes like football players and boxers often…

Rank this Week: 4707

Social Security Disability…

Social Security Disability Advocates in Los Angeles

Covers social security disability benefits and claims. By Mesriani Law Group.

http://socialsecuritydisabilityadvocates.blogspot.com/

Jun 6
How Ronald Reagan Dealt with Social Security Insolvency During His Administration?

How Ronald Reagan Dealt with Social Security Insolvency During His Administration?

Image gives credit to RonaldReagan.com.The former U.S. president Ronald Reagan might be gone by now but his outlook towards social security still remains forever in the minds of Americans. Way back in 1983, Social Security had less than…
May 21
House to Introduce Debt Ceiling Bill Prioritizing U.S. Payments to Bondholders and Social Security Recipient

House to Introduce Debt Ceiling Bill Prioritizing U.S. Payments to Bondholders and Social Security Recipient

Others may think that the House is exaggerating as recent reports revealed that it is moving to put U.S. bondholders and social security recipients at the front of the line to be paid once the government hits its borrowing limit and is no…
May 7
SSA Rolls Out Mobile Website for Smart Phone User

SSA Rolls Out Mobile Website for Smart Phone User

Since the advent of smart phones, it is not uncommon to see people tinkering on their Android phones, Blackberry, or iPhones to stay connected to the Internet. As a result of this growing trend, private companies and government offices have…

Rank this Week: 1676

Disability Insurance Claims Law…

Disability Insurance Claims Law Blog

Discusses short-term and long-term disability cases. By Dell & Schaefer.

http://www.disabilitylawblog.com/

May 30
CIGNA Settlement

CIGNA Settlement

Cigna Insurance Company can run but they cannot hide from the Department of Insurance in five states.This time Cigna will have to pay fines in excess of $1.6 million and potentially over $77 million in unpaid long term disability benefits. …
May 13
Supreme Court Grants Writ of Certiorari in ERISA Lawsuit, HEIMESHOFF V. HARTFORD

Supreme Court Grants Writ of Certiorari in ERISA Lawsuit, HEIMESHOFF V. HARTFORD

The Connecticut Plaintiff, Heimeshoff, filed an ERISA lawsuit against Hartford challenging their denial of long-term disability benefits. Hartford filed a Motion to Dismiss as Heimeshoff filed her lawsuit past the 3-year statute of…
Apr 16
Aetna is Entitled to Reimbursement of Overpaid Disability Insurance Benefits from Claimant Involved in Car Accident

Aetna is Entitled to Reimbursement of Overpaid Disability Insurance Benefits from Claimant Involved in Car Accident

In the matter Thurber v. Aetna, Aetna brought a counterclaim against Thurber for the return of overpaid short-term disability benefits pursuant to ERISA 29 USC §1132 (a)(3), which authorizes civil actions brought to obtain appropriate…

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Disability Lawyer

Covers Kentucky disability law. By Austin Mehr.

http://mehrdisabilitygroup.blogspot.com/

May 28
Connecticut Investigation Into Cigna Results in $77 Million Settlement

Connecticut Investigation Into Cigna Results in $77 Million Settlement

An investigation by the Connecticut Insurance Commission into CIGNA's disability claims handling process found that the company was wrongfully denying or terminating disability benefits to policyholders. As a result, CIGNA was required to set…
Mar 26
Austin Mehr Named 2012 Kentucky Super Lawyer

Austin Mehr Named 2012 Kentucky Super Lawyer

Austin Mehr was recently selected to participate in the 2012 Kentucky Super Lawyer list. Less than 5 percent of Kentucky lawyers are named to the list, which selects attorneys based on their reputation and performance.
Dec 18
Austin Mehr Named Top Litigation Lawyer

Austin Mehr Named Top Litigation Lawyer

Austin Mehr was recently honored by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA). Austin was selected by ASLA as one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Kentucky for 2013.This selection comes shortly on the heels of being invited to join…

Rank this Week: 3698

Ohio Social Security Disability…

Ohio Social Security Disability Blog

Covers family law, criminal law, and social security SSD/SSI ssues in Ohio. By the Law Offices of John T. Nicholson.

http://www.johntnicholson.com/ohiolawblog/

May 26
SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job

SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job

SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job SSR 64-47c The claimant, a high school graduate who had worked in various capacities in carpentry, including foreman and…
Mar 24
Social Security disability rules for Lupu

Social Security disability rules for Lupu

How to win my disability case for a lupus diagnosis? Systemic lupus erythematosus, or simply lupus, is evaluated in the immune system section of the Disability Evaluation Under Social Security disability handbook, more commonly known as the…
Feb 10
Delays in Ohio Social Security Disability claims hurt claimant

Delays in Ohio Social Security Disability claims hurt claimant

Social Security Disability Delays Impact Vulnerable Patients Unfortunately it is becoming all to common for those applying for Social Security Disability benefits to suffer delay after delay while their claims languish in a bureaucratic mess…

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New Jersey Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers New Jersey disability law updates, cases, and news. By Bonny G. Rafel, LLC.

http://www.newjerseydisabilitylawyerblog.com/

May 25
CIGNA Agrees to Review Disability Claims Denied 2009-2010 and Change Disability Denial Practice

CIGNA Agrees to Review Disability Claims Denied 2009-2010 and Change Disability Denial Practice

A four year Targeted Market Conduct Examination of CIGNA and Life Insurance Company of America (LINA),'s Disability Income Insurance Claim Handling Practices was just concluded by the Departments of Insurance of Maine, Massachusetts,…
May 15
Supreme Court to Rule on Time Limitations for Filing ERISA Insurance Lawsuit

Supreme Court to Rule on Time Limitations for Filing ERISA Insurance Lawsuit

The Supreme Court of the United States recently granted certification in the matter of Heimeshoff v. Hartford Life & Accident Ins. Co., 496 Fed. Appx. 129 (2d. Cir. 2012), in which the Second Circuit determined that Heimeshoff, who had…
Mar 28
Disabled Nurse

Disabled Nurse

Disability insurance policies provide benefits if you cannot perform the duties of your occupation. How does this apply to nurses working in a specialty? The insurer may categorize nurses as a registered nurse and overlook the demands of the…

Rank this Week: 5277

Michigan Longterm Disability…

Michigan Longterm Disability Insurance Lawyer Blog

Covers ERISA, insurance bad faith, and LTD policy issues. By Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates P.C.

http://www.michiganlongtermdisabilityinsurancelawyer.com/

May 23
LTD INSURER CIGNA AGREES TO PAY $77 MILLION DOLLARS TO SETTLE CLAIMS

LTD INSURER CIGNA AGREES TO PAY $77 MILLION DOLLARS TO SETTLE CLAIMS

HartfordBusiness.com is reporting that LTD Insurer Cigna has agreed to pay $77 million dollars to settle claims brought by regulators in four states for improperly handling long term disability claims. While it is not clear what initiated…
Mar 20
INSURER AGREES TO REINSTATE ERISA LTD INSURANCE BENEFITS

INSURER AGREES TO REINSTATE ERISA LTD INSURANCE BENEFITS

The Standard Insurance Company recently agreed to reverse its decision to deny LTD benefits to a client of the firm who had ongoing and persistent back problems. The Standard denied the claim ostensibly because "the medical records do not…
Feb 4
SMDA WINS LTD BENEFITS CASE A SECOND TIME

SMDA WINS LTD BENEFITS CASE A SECOND TIME

SMDA was fortunate enough to receive another favorable decision from the federal court finding that the Long Term Disability insurer again wrongfully denied our client's claim for benefits. In Deloach v. The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea…

Rank this Week: 2098

California Social Security Lawyer…

California Social Security Lawyer Blog

Covers Social Security Disability Law. By Geri Kahn.

http://thecaliforniasocialsecuritylawyerblog.com/

May 21
Free workshop in Vallejo on navigating through the Social Security Disability Proce

Free workshop in Vallejo on navigating through the Social Security Disability Proce

I will be giving a free workshop tomorrow, Wednesday May 22, 2013 at the Global Center for Success in Vallejo on navigating through the Social Security Disability application process. I will be covering the following topics: Overview of…
Apr 28
Difficulties the Social Security Administration will face in the next decade

Difficulties the Social Security Administration will face in the next decade

Yesterday the Government Accountability Office (GAO) published a report on Preliminary Observations on Key Management Challenges that Social Security will be facing over the next few years. (The report uses the word…
Apr 16
Waiting times for Social Security Hearings in San Rafael, Oakland and San Francisco

Waiting times for Social Security Hearings in San Rafael, Oakland and San Francisco

It takes a long time to win your Social Security disability case if you live in the San Francisco Bay area or Solano County. As of February 2013 (latest statistics available), the waiting time for a decision, if your case ……

Rank this Week: 5143

The QR Legal Blog

Features substantive, practice related articles, firm updates and legislative/legal alerts. By Quatrini Rafferty.

http://qrlegal.blogspot.com/

May 20
Nursing Home Concern

Nursing Home Concern

Americans are living longer than ever. One result is that there are now nearly 1.6 million nursing home residents in the United States. In Pennsylvania alone, there are approximately 80,000 people living in nursing homes.If your loved one is…
Apr 1
Unemployment Compensation Basic

Unemployment Compensation Basic

by Quatrini Rafferty attorney James A. HorchakThe unemployment compensation (UC) system is designed to provide a short-term "safety net" of benefits which provide income when you lose your job through no fault of your own. Generally…
Apr 1
2013 Notice of Rate Adjustment for Record Reproduction

2013 Notice of Rate Adjustment for Record Reproduction

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My Social Security Disability SSI…

My Social Security Disability SSI Blog

By Tim Moore.

http://disabilityblogger.blogspot.com/

May 2
TV station contacts me about investigating the rising cost of disability claim

TV station contacts me about investigating the rising cost of disability claim

Every once in a while, I get contacted by a newspaper or television person asking me to provide commentary on Social Security Disability. Frankly, I have no idea why...than the fact that they are simply looking to flesh out what is usually a…
May 2
A lot of people, mainly conservative-leaning, simply have strong negative feelings about individual seeking disability benefit

A lot of people, mainly conservative-leaning, simply have strong negative feelings about individual seeking disability benefit

Yesterday, I read a fairly ignorant, hostile, and, I will go so far to say "hateful" article/post about individuals seeking disability benefits. The worst thing about it, of course, was the "ignorance" factor. I haven't…
Apr 30
I haven't posted on this blog in quite a…

I haven't posted on this blog in quite a while. But this so-called "news story" incensed me. Actually, technically speaking, I still haven't posted here since this post was originally placed on the facebook page (about five minutes…

Rank this Week: 2621

Indiana Social Security Lawyer…

Indiana Social Security Lawyer Blog

Covers the claims process and hearing process for Social Security disability insurance claims. By Scott Lewis of Lewis, Lewis & Martinez.

http://www.indianasocialsecuritydisabilitylawyer.com/

May 2
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and obtaining Social Security Disability Benefit

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and obtaining Social Security Disability Benefit

In my Indianapolis disability practice I see an increasing number of people suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and various other digestive issues.  One of the problems I see with these cases is that usually outward signs…
Apr 25
Filing Your Initial Social Security Disability Application

Filing Your Initial Social Security Disability Application

I receive numerous telephone calls from my Indiana neighbors asking about how to file an initial Social Security disability application. In my practice, I strive to let claimants know it is important to be as thorough as possible when…
Apr 22
Pain and YOUr Social Security Disability Hearing

Pain and YOUr Social Security Disability Hearing

I have found through many years of practicing disability law that the pain individuals experience from any disabling condition can vary greatly.  Not only the amount of pain they are experiencing, but how people are effected…

Rank this Week: 779

Disability & Bad Faith…

Disability & Bad Faith Attorney Blog

Covers disability insurance claim and bad faith information. By Quadrino Schwartz.

http://www.disabilityinsurancelawyers.com/blog

May 1
You are Being Watched in Cyber Space

You are Being Watched in Cyber Space

The internet is a graveyard for long term disability claims. Long term disability insurance companies are placing increasingly heavy emphasis on monitoring the internet for your activities. Reports have been made of claims representatives…
Apr 26
IME’s - Mind Your P’s and Q’

IME’s - Mind Your P’s and Q’

An “independent” medical exam or (“IME”) is the most frequently used tool in an insurance company’s toolbox to terminate claims. Far from being “independent,” insurance companies hire physicians based…
Apr 18
Occupational Definition Change — Beware

Occupational Definition Change — Beware

Long term disability policies, especially group policies, contain an occupational definition change. Typically occurring at the end of a two-year period, this change will almost always make a policy payable only if the insured is unable…

Rank this Week: 4403

Nashville Probate and Disability…

Nashville Probate and Disability Law Journal

Covers disability, wills, probate and elder law. By Norris & Norris, PLC.

http://www.nashvilleprobateanddisabilitylawblog.com/

Apr 24
Giving Away the House

Giving Away the House

Posted by Barbara Moss. "We gave away our house last week to our two children. We want to be able to qualify for Medicaid without the government getting all our money." That's how my interview with two potential clients…
Jan 14
Living Independently in Old Age

Living Independently in Old Age

Posted by Barbara Moss. My mother wanted to live at home as long as possible. Fortunately for her, when that was no longer possible, she was able to pay some of the capital from the sale of her home for a spot in an assisted living…
Jan 3
Paying for Nursing Home Care

Paying for Nursing Home Care

Posted by Barbara Moss. As I've written in a prior post (December 19, 2012), Medicare pays only a limited amount toward nursing home care and then only when there has been a 3-day hospital admission first. People who enter a nursing home…

Rank this Week: 3353

Massachusetts Special Education…

Massachusetts Special Education Law Blog

Discusses local and national news in special education law. By Lillian E. Wong.

http://www.lillianwongesq.com/blog.html

Apr 17
5 Reasons You Shouldn't Hire a Special Education Attorney

5 Reasons You Shouldn't Hire a Special Education Attorney

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Mar 21
Happy World Down Syndrome Day!

Happy World Down Syndrome Day!

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Mar 11
Sign up for the new Autism Awareness License Plate

Sign up for the new Autism Awareness License Plate

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SC Disability Law

Discusses personal injury, workers compensation and Social Security disability issues. By Rita Metts.

http://scdisabilitylaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 14
Veterans with disabilities may receive compensation

Veterans with disabilities may receive compensation

Veterans with disabilities may receive compensationThis blog is not intended as legal advice, nor an offer of legal representation. We encourage honest communication regarding Social Security Disability. Please contact an attorney for legal…
Apr 14
Covering the Bases: Social Security Disability, Medicare and returning to work - CapitalGazette.com: Covering The Base

Covering the Bases: Social Security Disability, Medicare and returning to work - CapitalGazette.com: Covering The Base

Covering the Bases: Social Security Disability, Medicare and returning to work - CapitalGazette.com: Covering The BasesThis blog is not intended as legal advice, nor an offer of legal representation. We encourage honest communication…
Apr 14
Apply wisely for disability benefit

Apply wisely for disability benefit

Apply wisely for disability benefitsThis blog is not intended as legal advice, nor an offer of legal representation. We encourage honest communication regarding Social Security Disability. Please contact an attorney for legal advice…

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The Law Blog

Covers personal injury and disability law cases in Canada.

http://lawbroker.ca/blog

Apr 14
Toronto Resident Fractures Tibia and Fibula after Slipping on Ice

Toronto Resident Fractures Tibia and Fibula after Slipping on Ice

One sunny afternoon Jose Lopez was walking with his family on a walkway leading to Nathan Philips Square in Toronto. Suddenly, he slipped and fell in an area where there was a patch of ice. As a result of the slip and fall he fractured his…
Feb 25
Senior Fractures Shoulder in Restaurant Fall

Senior Fractures Shoulder in Restaurant Fall

81 year-old Wanda Olivier went to Pat and Mario’s restaurant in Sudbury to attend a birthday party in the “back room” of the restaurant. She suddenly slipped and fell and suffered a broken right shoulder which required…
Feb 8
Driver Sues County of Brant after Single Vehicle Accident

Driver Sues County of Brant after Single Vehicle Accident

17-year old Jesse Ferguson was driving on a rural road in the County of Brant, when he suddenly failed to navigate a curve and crashed into a tree. He suffered serious and permanent disabilities and sued the County of Brant for failing to…

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Long Island Special Needs Law Blog

Covers estate planning and special needs trusts. By Ellen A. Victor.

http://longislandspecialneedslawyer.com

Apr 4
Still Skeptical About Autism Vaccine Link?

Still Skeptical About Autism Vaccine Link?

A widespread perception that autism is caused by either childhood vaccines or by too many vaccines in one day has again been shown by scientists to have no link to incidents of autism spectrum disorder. According to NPR,…
Dec 19
Sandy Hook and Mental Illness: No Easy Answer

Sandy Hook and Mental Illness: No Easy Answer

The intense grief we feel for the victims and families of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings, has ignited, or re-ignited, two of our great national debates: the obvious one about gun control, and a less obvious one about the ……
Sep 22
Refrigerator Mothers or Aging Fathers?

Refrigerator Mothers or Aging Fathers?

Back in the 1950?s, scientists were certain that autism and schizophrenia were caused by mothers who were emotionally frigid. Scientists coined the phrase “refrigerator mothers” to describe how the lack of warmth by mothers…

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Maryland Injury and Disability Law

Covers injury and disability issues. By Greenberg & Bederman, LLP.

http://www.mdinjurydisabilitylaw.com/

Apr 3
Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare

Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare

One aspect of our practice is working with some of our injured clients to help them get through the Social Security Disability Insurance process. We don’t have to do this with all of our clients. Some of our clients suffer injuries that…
Apr 3
Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury

Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury

Petula Dvorak is a columnist for the Washington Post, but not the sort of columnist that grabs national headlines or gets invited to cable talk shows. She covers Washington, DC, the place where regular people work and live, and not…
Mar 14
Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio

Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio

As far as car accidents go, you really can’t get much worse than this: “A car crash in Ohio this weekend killed 6 teens. The Honda Passport was carrying eight teenagers when it crashed into a guardrail just south of Warren,…

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Special Education Law Blog

Covers case law, news, practical advocacy advice, and developments in state and federal statutes and regulations regarding special education law. By Charles Fox.

http://specialedlaw.blogs.com/home/

Mar 7
Programming for Twice Exceptional Student

Programming for Twice Exceptional Student

Although it seems almost a contradiction, children can be both gifted and have special needs, such as learning disabilities. Yet, because of their unique blend of talents and challenges, these students, known as “twice…
Dec 16
Autism Society Reponse to Newtown Tragedy

Autism Society Reponse to Newtown Tragedy

I am still reeling from the depth and magnitude of what happened last week with the killing of so many young children and their heroic teachers and staff. I am not sure when, if ever, I will be able to...
Nov 29
Overcoming My Difference By Isabelle Fiona Fox

Overcoming My Difference By Isabelle Fiona Fox

The following is the heartfelt wisdom and pathos from my own daughter. She is a beautiful, wonderful person who has had to face the challenges of being a sibling to a brother with special needs and the internal identity struggles of being…

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Long Term Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers disability claims and lawsuits. By Dell & Schaefer.

http://www.longtermdisabilityblog.com/

Feb 27
Sedgwick Denies Short-Term Disability Benefits To United Health Group Employee

Sedgwick Denies Short-Term Disability Benefits To United Health Group Employee

United Health Group employee suffering with Fibromyalgia is denied short term disability benefits and loses her battle with Sedgwick Claims in a Virginia court. In the case of Day v. United Health Group, Inc. Short Term Disability Plan, the…
Feb 3
Unum Sues Disability Claimant For Social Security Disability Overpayment and Wins $103,963.30

Unum Sues Disability Claimant For Social Security Disability Overpayment and Wins $103,963.30

Unum Claimant receives over $103,000 in SSDI payments and Unum files lawsuit seeking repayment of disability benefits. Court Order Claimant to Pay Unum $103,963.30. A Michigan Federal court recently entered a court Order against a Unum…
Apr 30
CRH Maintenance Mechanic Sues Reliance Standard For Recovery of ERISA Welfare Benefit

CRH Maintenance Mechanic Sues Reliance Standard For Recovery of ERISA Welfare Benefit

The Plaintiff, Anthony B., has filed a lawsuit against the Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company (Reliance) for the wrongful termination of ERISA welfare benefits. This was done through his Alabama disability lawyer in the United States…

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Calbom & Schwab News

Covers the topics of workers' compensation, personal injury, and Social Security disability.

http://www.calbomschwab.com/category/news/

Feb 24
Benton County High School Mock Trial Competition

Benton County High School Mock Trial Competition

This weekend Ashley White and I drove down to the Benton County Courthouse in Kennewick, Washington (the Tri Cities) to judge local high school trial teams in their mock trial regional finals. I participated in two mock trials and was able to…
Jan 20
It’s That Time of Year: Watch Out for Deer!

It’s That Time of Year: Watch Out for Deer!

During the late fall and throughout winter deer migrate to lower elevations, creating a serious hazard for drivers. However, most drivers are not aware of the heightened danger of deer crossings brought on by the changing weather.…
Jan 7
What Do You Do After Another Driver Injures You In an Automobile Accident?

What Do You Do After Another Driver Injures You In an Automobile Accident?

The time right after a car accident is stressful and can even be downright traumatic in some situations. The goal of this article is to help guide you through this confusing and time-consuming process by giving you a non-exhaustive checklist…

Rank this Week: 3144

Minnesota Social Security…

Minnesota Social Security Disability Secrets

Discusses social security disability benefits for injured and disabled Minnesotans. By Thomas Atkinson.

http://mnsocialsecuritydisabilitysecrets.blogspot.com/

Feb 19
How Do I Testify At My Social Security Disability Hearing?

How Do I Testify At My Social Security Disability Hearing?

In short; truthfully! This is probably your last chance to convince a office of disability and review (ODAR) judge that you are able to perform sustained gainful employment. This is not the time to be too proud or boastful due to…
Aug 15
How Long Must I Wait For My Social Security Disability Decision?

How Long Must I Wait For My Social Security Disability Decision?

In 95% of all social security disability claims, benefits can be awarded in one of three phases of the application process; Initial Application, Reconsideration or ODAR (Office of Decision And Revie
Jan 14
Social Security Disability Appeals Process Changed

Social Security Disability Appeals Process Changed

Following a new ruling, a claimant can no longer file an appeal with the Appeals Council and file a new claim at the same time. The new ruling

Rank this Week: 4438

Massachusetts Social Security…

Massachusetts Social Security Disability Lawyer Blog

By Pulgini & Norton, LLP.

http://www.massachusettssocialsecuritydisabilitylawyerblog.com

Jan 23
The Difficulty in Obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits: Farrell v. Astrue

The Difficulty in Obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits: Farrell v. Astrue

Angela Farrell suffers from anxiety, depression, suicidal tendencies, insomnia, vertigo, migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, and plantar fasciitis. She was 33 years old when she applied for disability insurance benefits,…
Jul 11
Social Security Disability Recipients Could Face Drastic Benefits Cut

Social Security Disability Recipients Could Face Drastic Benefits Cut

The trustees of Social Security and Medicare announced that people who benefit from their programs will face a cut in benefit of up to 25 percent by the year 2033 if Congress does not step in. Unfortunately, it is speculated that Social…
Jul 2
Applications for Groups to Manage Health Care for "Dual Eligibles" Wanted in Massachusett

Applications for Groups to Manage Health Care for "Dual Eligibles" Wanted in Massachusett

Deval Patrick's administration put out a call for bids from organizations interested in managing the health care of approximately 111,000 low-income residents of Massachusetts who have complex and expensive medical needs. The group of people…

Rank this Week: 2015

Social Security Disability…

Social Security Disability Attorney Cincinnati

Covers social security disability and supplemental security income claims. By Anthony Castelli.

http://socialsecuritydisabilityattorneycinci.blogspot.com/

Dec 29
Cincinnati Attorney Calls on President Obama To Stop Social Security Disability From Keeping Judges Names Secret

Cincinnati Attorney Calls on President Obama To Stop Social Security Disability From Keeping Judges Names Secret

The Social Security Administration is keeping the names of the federal administrative law Judges that will hear your SSDI or SSI claim secret. They started this new policy at the end of 2011. This is truly chilling and implies a big brother…
Dec 20
Cincinnati Lawyer Says It is Not necessary to Cut Social Security

Cincinnati Lawyer Says It is Not necessary to Cut Social Security

As a Cincinnati Ohio social security disability lawyer I have seen many deserving people have their financial lives saved by social security disability. This is known as SSI to some and SSDI to others.SSI is supplemental security income and…
Sep 11
Cincinnati Social Security Disability Attorney - Download Critical Evidence

Cincinnati Social Security Disability Attorney - Download Critical Evidence

Cincinnati Social Security Disability Attorney Offers Critical Evidence Questionnare for Your Doctor As a Cincinnati social security lawyer I know how important evidence is to winning your social security case. These…

Rank this Week: 4931

P.I.S.S.D. -- Personal Injury,…

P.I.S.S.D. -- Personal Injury, Social Security Disability.

About the ways injured and disabled persons are mistreated by governments and insurance companies. By Bob Kraft.

http://www.pissd.com/

Nov 29
Opinion: Tort Reform Laws Do Not Benefit the General Public

Opinion: Tort Reform Laws Do Not Benefit the General Public

In an opinion piece published in the Huffington Post, Larry Bodine, editor in chief of Lawyers.com, argues that tort reform is a lie and that it “doesn’t benefit the general public and results mainly in stripping Americans of…
Nov 28
Nursing Home Negligence Has Less Consequence in Texas than Other State

Nursing Home Negligence Has Less Consequence in Texas than Other State

2012 Long Term Care General Liability and Professional Liability Actuarial Analysis is the terribly boring title of a recent report by Aon Risk Solutions.
Nov 27
Arlington’s Texting While Driving Ban Catches Few Violator

Arlington’s Texting While Driving Ban Catches Few Violator

Some people I know, not to mention any names Bob, just can’t seem to break the habit of texting while driving. Even though we justify it by saying we only send messages while stopped at lights, we still read messages while we’re…

Rank this Week: 3464

Social Security Disability Claims…

Social Security Disability Claims Help

Provides social security information for claimants in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. By Insler & Herman, LLP and Turley Redmond Rosasco & Rosasco, LLP.

http://www.newyorksocialsecuritydisabilitylawyersblog.com/

Nov 26
Treating Physican Opinion and the ALJ's Duty to Develop the Record - Funk v. Astrue

Treating Physican Opinion and the ALJ's Duty to Develop the Record - Funk v. Astrue

In Social Security Disability cases, a treating physician should be the claimant's best friend. Because a person's treating physician has had the opportunity to examine the person over an extended period of time, the physician's opinion is…
Nov 24
Court Again Reminds the ALJ to do His Job Completely - Ashley v. Astrue

Court Again Reminds the ALJ to do His Job Completely - Ashley v. Astrue

In Ashley v. Astrue, the District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas explains that a person who suffers from COPD may be able to obtain Social Security Disability benefits by showing that he or she meets the Social Security…
Nov 20
New York Social Security Disability Claimant Shows How Not to Handle an Appeal - Boger v. Astrue

New York Social Security Disability Claimant Shows How Not to Handle an Appeal - Boger v. Astrue

A person whose Social Security Disability benefits claim is denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA) may eventually seek redress from a federal court by filing an appeal. As the District Court for the Northern District of New York…

Rank this Week: 3980

Long Term Disability Law Blog

This blog covers all aspects of long term disability advocacy. Topics include long term disability benefits and claimant tips. By Riemer & Associates.

http://www.longtermdisabilitylawblog.com/

Nov 12
Riemer to Speak at Disability Insurance Conference

Riemer to Speak at Disability Insurance Conference

On January 24, 2013, Scott M. Riemer will present at the 15th National Advanced Forum on Litigating Disability Insurance Claims in New York City. The conference is sponsored by the American Conference Institute. The conference will include…
Nov 12
Riemer to Speak at Disability Insurance Conference

Riemer to Speak at Disability Insurance Conference

On January 24, 2013, Scott M. Riemer will present at the 15th National Advanced Forum on Litigating Disability Insurance Claims in New York City. The conference is sponsored by the American Conference Institute. The conference will include…
Nov 12
Riemer Volunteers at MS Society Legal Day

Riemer Volunteers at MS Society Legal Day

On Sunday, November 11, 2012, Scott M. Riemer volunteered at the Legal Day of the New York City Chapter of the MS Society. The Legal Day provides the opportunity for individuals suffering from Multiple Sclerosis to meet with lawyers of…

Rank this Week: 1915

New York Social Security…

New York Social Security Disability Lawyer Blog

Covers New York social security disability and long-term disability law. By Insler & Hermann, LLP.

http://www.newyorksocialsecuritydisabilitylawyerblog.com/

Nov 4
Court: Spotty Medical Treatment Does Not Bar Disability Benefits Award - Torres v. Astrue

Court: Spotty Medical Treatment Does Not Bar Disability Benefits Award - Torres v. Astrue

In a perfect world, a person seeking Social Security Disability benefits will support his or her claim with a detailed record of regular medical treatment, explaining the claimant's impairments and how they affect his or her functioning. For…
Nov 3
Court Requires Social Security Judge to Consult Vocational Expert in Disability Benefits Case - Quiros v. Astrue

Court Requires Social Security Judge to Consult Vocational Expert in Disability Benefits Case - Quiros v. Astrue

The central question in a Social Security Disability case is whether the person seeking benefits can still work, despite any physical or mental impairments. That includes both a consideration of any limits on the claimant's ability to work…
Nov 2
Late Evidence in Social Security Disability Cases - Brewes v. Commissioner of Social Security

Late Evidence in Social Security Disability Cases - Brewes v. Commissioner of Social Security

While medical evidence is often hard to obtain from doctors and hospitals, the sooner it is submitted in a Social Security Disability case, the better. In Brewes v.

Rank this Week: 4570

The Education Rights Blawg

Covers your child’s rights and keeps you up-to-date on legal developments in the fields of school and special education law. By Fabisch Law, L.L.C.

http://educationrights.wordpress.com/

Aug 17
An Introduction to Special Education Law: Back to School Series – Eligibility and Evaluation

An Introduction to Special Education Law: Back to School Series – Eligibility and Evaluation

Eligibility and evaluations for special education services are governed by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004, Section 1414 (the full text of 20 U.S.C. Section 1414 related to eligibility and evaluations is below the…
Aug 11
Five Tips for Providing for Children With Disabilitie

Five Tips for Providing for Children With Disabilitie

One of the major concerns for parents or grandparents of children with disabilities is how to provide for their financial future. Here are some legal tips:
Apr 18
Fabisch Law, L.L.C. is proud to announce that it is a corporate supporter for the 8th Annual Family Voices/Rhode Island Parent Information Network Family/Professionals Partnerships Conference

Fabisch Law, L.L.C. is proud to announce that it is a corporate supporter for the 8th Annual Family Voices/Rhode Island Parent Information Network Family/Professionals Partnerships Conference

Fabisch Law, L.L.C. is proud to announce that it is a corporate supporter for the 8th Annual Family Voices/Rhode Island Parent Information Network Family/Professionals Partnerships Conference. The theme of this year’s conference is…

Rank this Week: 2772

Personal Injury and Social…

Personal Injury and Social Security Disability Blog

Information for injured persons and Social Security disability claimants in Texas. By Robert A. Kraft

http://www.injury-and-disability.com/

Aug 13
Please Join Me At PISSD.com

Please Join Me At PISSD.com

Beginning today I am discontinuing this blog, after seven years — since April 2005. I started another injury blog at about the same time, and my original plan was to discuss different topics on the two blogs. Over time, the content became…
Aug 10
Friday Fun

Friday Fun

I've seen plenty of five-piece bands, and I've seen even more pianists. But until now I've never seen five guys play one piano — and actually make pretty good music.
Aug 9
Student Drives Off Cliff While Texting About Danger of Texting and Driving!

Student Drives Off Cliff While Texting About Danger of Texting and Driving!

Here's one from the "life is stranger than fiction" department. This is the full story reported by Mashable.com: In yet another example of why you shouldn’t text and drive, a Texas college student drove off a cliff while…

Rank this Week: 1300

Machi Law Blog

Covers Texas bankruptcy, personal injury, social security disability information.

http://www.machilaw.com/

Aug 8
Introduction to Bankuptcy

Introduction to Bankuptcy

Congress has been authorized by the US Constitution to enact laws and govern bankruptcy cases. Congress enacted the “Bankruptcy Code” that governs all bankruptcy cases. The procedures of the bankruptcy process are governed by both the…
Aug 7
Wellesley Class Teaches Personal Finance Basic

Wellesley Class Teaches Personal Finance Basic

You can tell a lot about the times we’re in by what college kids choose to study. In the 1960s, humanities were big. In the 1980s, it was all about high finance. Today at Wellesley College in Massachusetts, kids are looking for something a…
Aug 6
Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat

Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat

Car crashes are the number one killer of children 1 to 12 years old in the United States. The best way to protect them in the car is to put them in the right seat, at the right time, and use it the right way. There are so many car seat types…

Rank this Week: 4137

Social Security Disability Law

Covers Social Security disability topics. By Spencer & Spencer.

http://www.2spencers.com/social-security-blog

Jun 27
Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Q: Is there a way that Medicare should be picking up medical bills from the time an application is sent for review to the time one can be approved for Medicare? A: Once you are approved for Social Security disability benefits, you do become…
Jun 27
Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Q: Is there a way that Medicare should be picking up medical bills from the time an application is sent for review to the time one can be approved for Medicare? A: Once you are approved for Social Security disability benefits, you do become…
Jun 20
SSA Puts the Kaibosh on Internet Searching

SSA Puts the Kaibosh on Internet Searching

We’ve warned readers about protecting your online profiles on Social Media sites. You could be blindsided by an ALJ who questions you at your hearing about something that appeared on Facebook. It has already happened to some claimants. Even…

Rank this Week: 3757

Tax Information for People with…

Tax Information for People with Disabilities by Paul Nidich, J.D., LL.M.

Covers tax matters affecting people with disabilities. By Paul Nidich.

http://paulnidich.blogspot.com/

Jun 25
DEALING WITH CREDITORS FROM THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION

DEALING WITH CREDITORS FROM THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION
Mar 4
IRS Web Accessibility Information Video

IRS Web Accessibility Information Video
Aug 19
Seven Tax Tips for Recently Married Taxpayer

Seven Tax Tips for Recently Married Taxpayer

The Internal Revenue Service is trying to help newly weds and those who will marry yet in 2011. Here are some important steps you need to take to avoid stress at tax time. Here are seven tips for newlyweds.

Rank this Week: 4610

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