If you need to get out of debt, bankruptcy offers a huge range of benefits: it’s legally binding, can protect your assets, and works quickly to resolve your debt problems. But there are multiple types of bankruptcy, or “chapters” in the bankruptcy law, and it can get confusing. As a result, you may be wondering,…
In nearly all areas of life, the Covid-19 pandemic has shown us our weaknesses—and that’s especially true for nursing homes. As a nursing home abuse lawyer in Memphis, I saw a lot of horrible cases of neglect long before Covid hit. Still, the pandemic made what was already a terrible situation worse. Here’s what’s happening…
How Do SSDI and IRAs Work? SSDI is an insurance program set up to help people whose injuries or disabilities prevent them from working. We all pay into it every year, and if something ever happens to us, we can request disability payments. As an SSDI attorney in Memphis, I help people get these benefits…
Most everyone in America has some amount of credit card debt, and a lot of us don’t know how much is too much until we’re totally underwater. When you’re overwhelmed with credit card debt, filing for bankruptcy can help you get control over your finances. But do you have the right amount of debt to…
According to recent reports, many military families with malpractice claims have to wait a long time for justice. As a veteran and medical malpractice attorney myself, I take special interest in news like this. Here’s what’s happening and how we can help. How Medical Malpractice Works in the US Military Medical malpractice occurs when a…
How Much Is My Auto Accident Worth? If you’ve been injured in an auto accident in Memphis TN your first thought may be, “How much is my accident worth”? The worth of an auto accident personal injury varies from case to case. Each driver’s injuries are different, some being far more severe than others. The…
How Can I Prevent It From Happening To My Loved One? Unfortunately, there is no sure-fire way to say with 100% certainty that if you take certain steps, nursing home abuse or neglect will not occur to your loved one. There are, however, several steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of it happening.…
Workers’ Comp and Covid: What You Need to Know Workers’ comp is a type of insurance that helps your employer pay for your healthcare costs when you’re injured on the job. In the past couple of years, Covid has become one of the biggest job-related health risks. So can you get workers’ comp for a…
Illegal Repossessions a Growing Problem Illegal repossessions in Memphis have risen in recent months, and now the government has issued a warning. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) just issued new guidance for auto lenders. In it, they say they will closely review repossession practices by loan companies who might be “tempted” to take cars…
Fatal Car Accidents in Memphis: A Growing Concern In recent weeks, Memphis law enforcement has become increasingly worried about the rise in fatal car accidents on our roads. Early 2022 brought multiple fatal accidents on and around I-240. The first occurred on January 31, when a vehicle struck a retaining wall. Three people were hospitalized…