Knee Pain and Disability Knee pain injuries are extremely common, so the Social Security Administration (SSA) vets anyone applying for knee pain-related disability. They want to make sure your injury is bad enough to get disability status. To qualify for SSDI, you should be unable to work due to the pain from the injury. However, that still might not be enough. If you have knee pain and disability application questions, here’s what you’ll need to show: 1. You have a painful, diagnosed medical condition that will last at least one year. To qualify for SSDI, you must prove your condition will cause serious pain for a long period of time and prevent you from working. A doctor will need to
Get Rid of Tax Debt with Bankruptcy As a bankruptcy attorney in Memphis, TN, I deal with people’s tax debt all the time. It’s a common concern for many Americans and can cause a lot of people to feel stressed when tax season comes around. With that in mind, I made this video to help you understand your options. If you need to get rid of tax debt you can’t pay, give me a call at 901-327-2100. We’re here to help. Video Transcript: A lot of times clients ask me, “Are my taxes dischargeable in bankruptcy?” In other words, “I have taxes I can’t pay. Can I get rid of those in bankruptcy?” The answer to that question is: it depends. It depends on whether
Many individuals experience hip pain after a car accident. If the injury is severe enough, it can result in permanent damage. If you have suffered a hip injury from a car accident, you should have a doctor look at it as soon as possible. He or she can determine the extent of the injury and recommend the appropriate treatment. If you don’t seek medical care right away, insurance adjusters may deny you compensation. Hip Dislocation During a car accident, the hip can be dislocated if your knee jams into the dashboard. A dislocated hip can lead to severe pain, reduced mobility and abnormal position of your hip. It is critical for a doctor to examine a dislocated hip right away
We all spend more time than we realize avoiding traumatic brain injuries (TBI). We practice safety in our cars, wear helmets when we play sports, and even adjust the way we sleep at night. It’s as though we know intuitively that we should use caution around our fragile minds. But in reality, the number one cause of brain injury may be the most unavoidable of all. According to the CDC, falls are the number one cause of TBI. And it spans the gamut in terms of age: perhaps unsurprisingly, young children and the elderly both have the highest rates of TBI caused by falling. But falls cause 35.2% of all TBI, and these injuries affect Americans of every age. Falls
The legal information institute at Cornell Law school defines bankruptcy law as the reduction or elimination of certain debts, that can provide a timeline for the repayment of non-dischargeable debts over time. It also permits individuals and organizations to repay secured debt, typically debt with real estate or personal property like vehicles pledged as collateral often on terms more favorable to the debtor. Bankruptcy proceedings are supervised by and litigated in Bankruptcy Court, which is part of the Federal District Court system. Congress established the U.S. Trustee Program to oversee the administration of bankruptcy proceedings, and authorized the U.S. Supreme Court to propagate the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. The Federal bankruptcy law is contained in Title 11 of the
A recent USA Today investigation shows we have a real problem in this country with medical malpractice against veterans. According to the article, The Department of Veterans Affairs knowingly hired doctors with a history of medical malpractice problems, including issues with their licensing. These are doctors with multiple misconduct and malpractice accusations and prior settlements with patients who filed malpractice claims against them. And it would appear the VA hired them when no one else would, as though the men and women of our armed forces deserve less than the general public. Why Are Veterans at Risk for Medical Malpractice? Doctors in private practice carry their own malpractice insurance, and hospitals also carry insurance in case the larger facility needs
Can you be forced to file bankruptcy for co-signing on a loan? What if you signed it years ago and no longer have a relationship with your co-signer? And what are your options if you can’t pay? There are times you may decide to co-sign a loan. When you start a new business, or see your kids off to college, you may find it necessary to make sure you get access to certain services. And while most of us who deal with debt every day recommend you not co-sign if at all possible, we also know why so many people choose to do it. But what happens when that loan comes back to haunt you? When Your Co-Signer Won’t Pay
If you’re like most Americans, your credit card debt is going to go up this December. In 2016, credit card companies expected debt to reach $900 billion by New Years Day. Typically, families that rely on credit cards spend more at the end of the year around the holidays and then try to pay some of it back in the new year during the first quarter. But as a bankruptcy lawyer in Memphis, I know that’s not always possible. All across America, families took on more debt in the last few months than they can possibly pay off. Fortunately, the law is on your side and you have options. You should never feel completely trapped in a cycle of debt
Accidents between two vehicles usually result from one vehicle ignoring traffic signals, losing control of the vehicle due to speeding, or being distracted. When large commercial trucks are added into the mix, there are many more, different scenarios that could happen in an accident. Listed here are three common accidents involving cars and commercial trucks. 1. Blind Spots and Car Accidents The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported in 2015 that over 3,850 people died in crashes with a large truck. About 69 percent of fatalities were the driver or passengers of the smaller vehicle involved. Blind spots are one of the top causes of car and truck accidents. Trucks have three blind spots: one in the rear, one in
If you are involved in a car accident and suffer from injuries or property damages, there are necessary steps you should take when filing the insurance claim. The ordeal can be stressful, since there is little room for error in a successful claim. To avoid any mistakes or legal obstacle that you may encounter during the process, it is wise to seek the assistance of an attorney. A skilled personal injury lawyer can provide proper legal counsel and help with every necessary step to ensure the best possible outcome in your case. Whether you hire a lawyer or not, you are advised to follow the following steps: Gather the Necessary Evidence To prove liability in a car accident, proper documentation