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SSDI for Multiple Sclerosis (MS): A Comprehensive Guide If you’ve been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and can no longer work because of your symptoms, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). But as with many invisible...

Using Black Box Data in Truck Accident Cases How does our firm use black boxes for truck accident cases? And how does it make a difference for you and your claim? If you’ve been in a truck accident, you may...

How Bankruptcy Affects Your Retirement Accounts One of the most common concerns I hear as a bankruptcy lawyer is, "Will I lose my 401(k) or IRA if I file?" The good news is that in most cases, considering your bankruptcy...

Steps to Take After a Wrongful Death in a Hotel When you check into a hotel, you expect a safe and peaceful place to rest. You trust the hotel to look out for your safety. But wrongful death in hotels...

What to Do If You Can’t Reach Social Security About Your Disability Claim If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), waiting for a decision, or trying to appeal a denial, it can be incredibly frustrating when you can't...

Navigating Debt and Tariffs in a Global Economy When we talk about debt, most people think of things like credit cards, medical bills, or car loans. But global trade policies—like tariffs—can also affect your personal finances. It might seem like...

Who Can Garnish Your SSDI Benefits? If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you likely rely on those monthly checks to cover rent, food, medication, and other essentials. So what happens if you owe money to the government—like back...

Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes: Protecting Your Loved Ones When you trust a nursing home to care for your family member, it can be very difficult to know what to look for and how to prevent abuse. Unfortunately, sexual abuse...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: What Happens to Cosigned Debts? Filing Chapter 7 with cosigned debts can mean a more complex case, so it's important to understand how Chapter 7 and cosigned debts work together. Whether it’s a car loan, a credit...

Helping Injured First Responders in Memphis As a Memphis workers' compensation lawyer with over 40 years of experience, I understand how vital it is to protect those who protect us. As part of this obligation, we have workers' compensation for...

The Role of Consent in Medical Procedures and Malpractice When you go to a doctor or hospital, you trust that they’ll explain what they’re doing and why. In fact, you usually give them permission to perform the operation you expect...

Motorcycle Repossession: Your Rights and Options Falling behind on your motorcycle payments can be stressful, whether you rely on your bike for everyday transportation or just plain joy. If you need to stop motorcycle repossession, it’s important to understand your...

How Pharmaceutical Companies Are Held Accountable for Dangerous Drugs What is the responsibility of drug companies for dangerous drugs? When you take a prescription drug, you expect it to help you, not harm you. Unfortunately, some pharmaceutical companies put profits...

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Supporting Your SSDI Claim When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), one of the most important parts of your case is medical evidence. So having a doctor support your SSDI claim can...

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Without Your Spouse? What to Know If you’re married and facing debt trouble, you might wonder if you can file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy without your spouse. Maybe your spouse doesn't share your debt, or maybe you're...

Proving Pain and Suffering After a Car Accident If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Memphis, you may be entitled to compensation for more than just your medical bills and lost wages. Pain and suffering—both physical and emotional—can...

How Memphis Courts Handle SSDI Appeals Navigating the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) appeals process can be challenging, and SSDI appeals in Memphis are no exception. But that shouldn't keep you from getting the benefits you need. You have every...

Bankruptcy and Tax Liens: What You Need to Know If you're struggling with tax debt and wondering whether bankruptcy can help, you’re not alone. We get questions all the time at our firm about bankruptcy and tax liens. The law...

Why Workers' Comp Claims Can Take So Long If you're in the middle of a workers' compensation claim and feeling frustrated by the slow pace of your case, you're not alone. As a Memphis workers' compensation lawyer with over 40...

Comparative Negligence in Personal Injury: What to Know If you've been injured in an accident, you may be wondering how the courts decide on fault and how it affects your ability to get compensation. In many personal injury cases, more...

The Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know If you're drowning in debt, constantly getting calls from creditors, or facing threats of wage garnishment, foreclosure, or repossession, you might feel like there’s no way out. But there's one...

Dog Bite Laws in Tennessee: Rules and Regulations If you’ve been bitten by a dog in our home state of Tennessee, you may be wondering who is responsible and what your legal options are. What are the dog bite laws...

How Will Disability Change in the Coming Years? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a vital lifeline for millions of Americans unable to work due to disability. As we move into 2025, several changes and proposals are on the horizon...

Dealing with Debt After a Layoff: What You Need to Know Layoffs are stressful enough without the added burden of overwhelming debt. If you’ve recently lost your job and are struggling to keep up with bills, you might be wondering...

What Happens if the CFPB Closes? How It Could Impact Creditor Harassment What happens if the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) shuts down? Here's what you need to know about the CFPB and creditor harassment. The Power of the CFPB...

The Importance of Honesty in Your SSDI Claim Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a long and frustrating process, and it will leave some people wondering, "Can I lie on my disability application?" Maybe you think an...

What Happens If You Misuse a Product and Get Injured? You’ve been injured by a product, but there’s a problem—you weren’t using it exactly as intended. Now the medical bills have added up and become unaffordable. You know that using...

Slip and Falls in Supermarkets and Grocery Stores: What You Should Know Grocery store slip and fall accidents could leave you with more than just embarrassment. They often cause serious problems, like broken bones, back injuries, and even head trauma....

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy for Senior Citizens: What You Should Know If you’re dealing with overwhelming debt later in life, you aren't alone—and you have options. Chapter 13 bankruptcy for senior citizens offers certain lasting benefits and is one option you...

Getting SSDI for Cardiovascular Conditions Living with a cardiovascular condition can limit your ability to work, making basic daily activities difficult. And getting SSDI for a heart condition – even when you meet all the qualifications – can feel overwhelming...

What Causes Foreclosure? The 10 Most Common Problems Facing Homeowners  Facing foreclosure can be a terrifying experience. Causes of foreclosure can vary, but the fear of losing your home often comes with feelings of stress, shame, and confusion. Fortunately, you’re...

How to Choose the Right Lawyer for Your Brain Injury Case If you’ve suffered a brain injury because of someone else’s negligence, choosing the best brain injury lawyer for your case could be one of the most important decisions you...

Social Security Disability for Respiratory Disorders: What to Know If you’re living with a respiratory disorder, you know how difficult it can be to perform everyday activities like walking, working, or even just breathing comfortably. For some people, their condition...

Personal Injury and Bicycle Accidents: What You Need to Know Bicycling is a great way to get around Memphis, especially with the new investments in bike trails. But as a bicycle accident personal injury lawyer and a former cyclist myself,...

Common Injuries Suffered in an Auto Accident Auto accidents can lead to a number of different injuries and significant medical bills for victims. Our Memphis, TN auto accident lawyer is here to help you pursue the compensation that you need...

Why Was I Denied Workers' Comp? As a Memphis workers' compensation lawyer with over 40 years of experience, I've seen how frustrating a workers' compensation claim denial can be for our clients. After all, you're already dealing with the physical,...

A Guide to Dealing with Wage Garnishment for Unpaid Taxes If you’ve fallen behind on your taxes, you’re not alone. Many Americans struggle to pay their tax bills. And when you get really behind, the IRS has tools to collect...

Understanding Personal Injury Law and Four-Wheeler Accidents While all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) offer thrills and a way to explore the outdoors, they can also be extremely dangerous. Personal injury and ATV accidents sadly go hand-in-hand. Crashes involving these vehicles often lead...

Understanding Car Accident Liability If you have been in a car accident, it’s key to determine who is at fault. Determining liability as soon as possible after the accident is incredibly important simply to make sure the right party is...

What Are the Most Approved Disabilities for Social Security? If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you might wonder which Social Security disability gets approved the most. What are your chances, and will your disability likely get approved?...