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Extreme Ice and Snow in Memphis – Who Is Responsible if You Slip? Slip and fall laws in Memphis can be complicated, but extreme weather complicates everything even more. When Memphis gets heavy snowfall, flooding, tornadoes, or one of its...

Chapter 13 in Memphis: A Good Thing or a Threat? There’s a question that’s arisen a lot in Memphis over recent years: is Chapter 13 worse than Chapter 7 bankruptcy? In large part, the question came up because of a...

Are SSDI Wait Times So Bad That I Shouldn't Even Try? Getting SSDI in Memphis can be a challenging process; and as a result, some people don't even try. In fact, our Memphis disability attorneys have heard from some people...

When Medical Malpractice Causes Spinal Cord and Back Injuries As one of the highest-stakes medical procedures, spinal surgery can go wrong even for surgeons with enormous talent, training, and care. Not every mistake constitutes malpractice; but when medical malpractice and...

Facing the looming threat of foreclosure can be an overwhelming and stressful experience for homeowners. However, amidst the challenges, understanding the legal concepts that govern the process can empower individuals to take informed actions. Our friends from Wright Law Offices...

Don’t Lose Your Home in a Tax Sale Unpaid property tax debt can cause a huge problem for homeowners. In our firm's hometown of Memphis, TN, it's one of the top reasons people lose their houses. Fortunately, you can stop...

Workers' Comp and Company Events Tennessee has some of the most stringent workers' comp laws in the country. So it can become a difficult and complex problem if you're injured at a work-related event outside the office. What happens if...

Legal Help After an E-Bike or E-Scooter Accident If you've been injured on an electric bike, we are the e-bike and e-scooter accident lawyer Memphis has trusted for over three decades. Since long before e-bike technology, we've been helping Memphians...

The Real Facts About Wage Garnishment in Memphis Many of us are hiding behind a secret: wage garnishment in Memphis is a huge problem. At our Memphis bankruptcy firm, we've learned from experience that a lot of people are afraid...

How You Can Lose Your Disability Benefits (and Ways to Avoid It) It's hard enough to get SSDI in the first place, so it's especially tragic if you lose your disability benefits for reasons you weren't expecting. Our attorneys have...

Understanding the Ins and Outs of Asset Disclosure – from Our Memphis Bankruptcy Lawyers One of the key questions our Memphis bankruptcy lawyers get is "Do I Have to List All My Assets in Bankruptcy?" Filing for bankruptcy can be...

Panera Wrongful Death Lawsuits Show Dangers of Charged Lemonade and Other Spiked Beverages Recent lawsuits have claimed wrongful death over Charged Lemonade at Panera restaurants. The claims bring up a variety of legal questions around food and beverage safety. As...

Obvious SSDI Case But Denied Anyway If you're one of the many people who need SSDI, it may seem obvious to you that you have a disability. But then you receive an SSDI denial for an obvious claim, and it...

Why More People May Be Filing Bankruptcy in 2024 As we enter a new year, our Memphis bankruptcy firm is looking at rising trends. And according to many economists, we may see a rise in the rate of filing bankruptcy...

What Are Your Options If a Loved One Was Abused at an Autism Center? All across America, young people and adults with autism have found help and support at centers designed for their development. These institutions might be day centers...

How Your Company’s Holiday Season Can Lead to Bankruptcy If you're in debt after Christmas, Chapter 7 bankruptcy can make all the difference. In fact, as a bankruptcy lawyer, I've seen it help hundreds of people in the first months...

Can You Sue for Medical Malpractice Over an Infection? Infection and medical malpractice are both complicated – and one may not necessarily cause the other. If you've been infected after a medical procedure, you may understandably assume it was medical...

The Basics of TN Car Repo Laws for Memphis and Beyond As a Memphis bankruptcy lawyer, I get a ton of questions about car repossession law in TN. The laws vary by state, so it's important you know your rights...

Suing a Foreign Drug Company for Personal Injury As a Memphis personal injury lawyer who has helped take on some of the biggest drug companies in the world, I get a lot of questions about pharmaceuticals. In particular, people ask...

FAQS About the Chapter 13 Payment Process Chapter 13 is a powerful bankruptcy option that stops foreclosure, repossession, and more. By using a payment plan, you can get out of debt and keep your most valuable assets. But how do...

The Most Common Causes of SSDI Denial Why was your disability claim denied? And if you're just starting to apply for SSDI, how can you avoid a denial in the future? Our Memphis SSDI lawyers have worked with all types...

FAQ: Social Security Disability Related to Criminal and Civil Cases Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, is a confusing enough problem on its own. But when you have a complicated case, it can make the whole process seem impossible. One...

How You Can Prepare for an Accident Claim For decades at Darrell Castle and Associates, we've helped people get the compensation they need after a car accident. But we often meet clients with a car accident case who don't know...

Bankruptcy Has the Power to Change Your Life As a Memphis bankruptcy attorney who has helped thousands of people get out of debt, I've seen firsthand the enormous difference bankruptcy can have in people's lives. But every day, we still...

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a lengthy and complex process. Unfortunately, many deserving applicants receive denials for various reasons. In this blog, we will explore some of the most common reasons why Social Security Disability claims are...

When Workers' Comp Doesn't Cover the Unthinkable Sometimes an event is so disturbing and has such a long-lasting impact that our typical workers' comp system doesn't suffice. In that situation, what can workers do to recover from their injuries and...

When the Pharmacies Make a Mistake Healthcare in the United States has a pharmacy error problem. In recent months, patients and customers have seen a drastic uptick in pharmacy mistakes. This includes Memphis, where our personal injury attorneys are currently...

What Explains the Rise in Personal Bankruptcy? In recent months, the number of people needing bankruptcy has sharply increased from years prior. The stats include Memphis and the surrounding area, but also hold true in the rest of the United...

How Can You Speed Up an SSDI Application? Across America right now, hundreds of thousands of people are waiting to hear back from the SSA about their disability applications. If you need disability and you've heard about these awful waits,...

The Truth Behind Preventing Dog Attacks In the aftermath of a dog attack, we often discuss how to make sure it never happens again. Communities desperately want an answer to preventing dog attacks. But unfortunately, the reality can be a...

All the Questions to Help You Know If You Need Chapter 7 If you're struggling with debts you can't pay, you may wonder whether bankruptcy is a good option for your situation. Perhaps you're asking, "Do I need a Chapter...

Myths About Applying for SSDI (and the Truth) As a Memphis SSDI attorney, I know a lot of people have questions and misconceptions about applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). We love to answer our clients' questions, and in...

All the Questions to Help You Know If You Need Chapter 13 If you're struggling with debts you can't pay, you may wonder whether bankruptcy is a good option for your situation. Perhaps you're asking, "Do I need a Chapter...

When life takes an unexpected turn and you find yourself facing the aftermath of a personal injury, it can be a daunting and overwhelming experience. From mounting medical bills to the physical and emotional pain, navigating through the aftermath can...

COLA Increases and SSDI: What You Need to Know Every year, the Social Security Administration makes a cost of living adjustment (otherwise known as COLA). These changes usually raise your monthly SSDI benefits. So what can you expect from COLA...

Understanding Memphis Creditor Harassment Rules If you have debt you can't pay, you may face the same frustration as millions of other Americans: creditors. They can call, email, text, and reach out on social media. But how often can a...

Why Our Workers' Comp Lawyers Stand Out Above the Rest Over the years, we've become the workers' comp lawyer Memphis trusts with their biggest cases, and it's a great honor. We're proud to have great reviews online, including a five-star...

What Do Bankruptcy Judges Do?  If you're considering filing bankruptcy in Memphis you may be a little worried about the Memphis bankruptcy court process. It can be intimidating to get involved with the legal system. And perhaps the most intimidating...

Why Our SSDI Lawyers Stand Out Above the Rest Over the last few years, it's been our honor to become the SSDI lawyers Memphis trusts with their cases. We've built a great reputation that includes five-star ratings on Avvo, a...

Protect Yourself from Foreclosure Scams Foreclosure fraud is a real and dangerous threat to anyone in debt who wants to save their home. And recently some high-profile  cases have shown how these scams work. We see fraud like this all...