How Side Effects from Medications Impact Your Ability to Work (and Your Disability Case) When most people think about applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), they focus on their medical condition itself. But how do medication side effects and SSDI impact each other? Many applicants don’t realize the side effects of your prescribed medications can also play a major role in your ability to work and affect your SSDI claim. If you’re struggling with medication side effects that make it hard to hold a job, here’s what you need to know. A Cure, or a Complication? Many serious health conditions – like chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, mental illness, or cancer – require strong medications to manage the symptoms. These
The Ugly Side of Zombie Foreclosures, And What You Can Do About It You may think your foreclosure nightmare is over once you move out of your home. But for some homeowners, the horror is just beginning. Welcome to the world of zombie foreclosures: a confusing, stressful, and unfair situation where you’ve walked away from your home thinking it was foreclosed. The problem is… legally, you’re still the owner. If you’ve received strange bills, city fines, or even been sued for a house you haven’t lived in for years, this post is for you. What Is a Zombie Foreclosure? A zombie foreclosure happens when a homeowner abandons their property after receiving a foreclosure notice – but then the foreclosure never
Stopping Wage Garnishment: Do Lawyers Have to Get Involved? If your paycheck is being garnished, or you just got a notice that it will be, you probably want a quick way out. But do you need a lawyer to stop wage garnishment? Is there a way to handle it yourself? The truth is, you can take steps on your own to deal with wage garnishment. And below we give some options for that. But having a lawyer on your side can make a big difference, especially if you’re overwhelmed or unsure of your legal rights – and especially if you want to stop the garnishment right away. Let’s break it down. How Wage Garnishment Happens Wage garnishment doesn’t happen overnight.
Workers’ Compensation Claims for Workplace Burns and Chemical Exposure Despite it being a common and serious risk, getting workers’ comp for burns and chemical exposure can feel overwhelming and even impossible at times. Whether you work in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, or labs, burns and chemical exposure are serious risks that can cause long-term pain, medical complications, and even permanent disability. These kinds of injuries are too severe and life-altering to wait around for a complex and frustrating system to do the right thing. You need justice, and you need someone who’s willing to fight for it. As a Memphis workers’ comp lawyer with over 40 years of experience, I’ve helped countless workers get the medical care and benefits they deserve.
The Impact of Road Conditions on Motorcycle Accidents When you’re riding a motorcycle, you’re far more connected to the road than someone in a car. You can feel every bump, shift, and slide beneath your wheels. So how do road conditions affect motorcycle accidents? And what can you do if the road played a part in your crash? Here’s what every rider should understand about how road conditions contribute to crashes and how a lawyer can help you hold the right people accountable. Why Road Conditions Matter More for Motorcyclists Motorcycles don’t have the stability, weight, or four-wheel grip that cars and trucks do. That means even small hazards in the road can have major consequences for a rider. Things
Why Repossessions Are Surging Right Now You might be seeing stories about more cars being repossessed or worried it could happen to you. It’s true: there’s a serious rise in repossessions right now. And we’re definitely seeing it in our hometown of Memphis. There are several reasons behind it. As a bankruptcy lawyer, I can help you understand what’s going on and what you can do if you’re at risk. Rising Auto Loan Defaults and Delinquencies One of the biggest reasons repo numbers are up is because more people are falling behind on their car payments. Auto loan debt in the U.S. now exceeds $1.66 trillion, and defaults are rising across all credit levels – not just among subprime borrowers.
How Truck Accidents Differ in At-Fault vs. No-Fault States If you drive in Tennessee, you may be surprised to learn that it’s an at-fault state. But what does that mean? And how do car or truck accidents and at-fault state laws impact each other? The type of state you live in—at-fault or no-fault—can make a big difference in how your personal injury claim works. As a truck accident lawyer with multiple awards for client satisfaction, I’ve helped people on both sides of the line, and I want you to understand how the system in your state affects your case. What’s the Difference Between At-Fault and No-Fault? At-Fault States (like Tennessee) In an at-fault state, the driver who caused the accident
Why Symptom Journals Can Be the Secret Weapon in Your SSDI Claim When you’re applying for disability, a symptoms journal for SSDI can make all the difference. Perhaps you’ve already experienced this: so many people might be tempted to write you off or not believe your injuries are as bad as you claim. Sometimes even doctors will minimize the impact. But you know the truth, and you have the best insight into how your health problems affect your work life. The SSA doesn’t just want to know you have a medical condition. They also need to understand how it actually affects your ability to work, and for that they need evidence. That’s why this simple tool can become your secret
The Cost of Living and Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know Everywhere you turn, it seems like things cost more than they used to, from groceries to rent, gas, even basic household items. And over time, you may feel stressed and out of options. That’s why bankruptcy and the cost of living often impact each other. For many families in Memphis and across the country, the rising cost of living is becoming more than just frustrating – it’s becoming unmanageable. And while politicians argue back and forth about it, real families suffer in the crossfire. If you’re finding it harder to pay the bills or keep up with debt payments, you’re not alone. The cost of living crisis is real,
Can a Government Shutdown Affect Your SSDI Benefits? If you’re relying on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), the idea of a government shutdown can be scary. And there’s a lot of uncertainty around a government shutdown and disability benefits. You might wonder, “Will I still get my checks? Will my application get stuck?” The good news is that your SSDI payments should be among the least affected parts of a shutdown. But there can be complications – especially if you’re applying, appealing, or dealing with administrative matters. So let’s break it down. Why SSDI Checks Usually Continue During a Shutdown SSDI is funded through mandatory spending, not through the annual budget bills that fund most federal programs. Because of that,