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 an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and multiple Martindale-Hubbell awards for client satisfaction. So what do we do differently? And how does our work set us apart from other firms? Working with Doctors and Medical Evidence With any SSDI case, medical testimony is critical. We work with people to appeal their case after the SSA denies their claim. This often happens because the original application lacks enough medical evidence. Not only do you need to prove you have
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 the time at our Memphis bankruptcy firm, and we’re committed to keeping our community as safe as possible. So here’s what you need to know about these types of scams and how to protect yourself. How the Scammers First Contact You There are plenty of examples of people being sentenced for foreclosure fraud, and the cases all might look a little different on the surface. But they tend to share certain things in common. First and foremost, they depend on
A devastating car crash on Interstate 24 in Tennessee claimed the lives of six individuals, among them five children, early on a recent Sunday morning. The accident occurred at the westbound mile marker 23 in Robertson County, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Robertson County Emergency Medical Services dispatched four advanced life support ambulances, and an air ambulance to the scene. First responders reported that nine people were involved in the crash. One of the two vehicles flipped over. Its driver, an adult male, was fortunately able to walk away with what appeared to be minor injuries. Tragically, six occupants, including five children aged between 1 and 18, were found deceased at the site, likely having been thrown from
A Knoxville dental provider has agreed to pay nearly $1 million to resolve a lawsuit that alleged the company submitted false claims to TennCare, put patients in danger, and violated the False Claims Act. A former employee of the dental provider Premier Dental Group filed the lawsuit. The employee alleged that the company routinely submitted false claims to TennCare for payment for services that were not provided, were unnecessary, or were performed by unqualified staff. The lawsuit also alleged that Premier Dental Group of Knoxville put patients in danger by overtreating them, not properly sedating them, and using unqualified staff. In addition to the allegations of fraud and malpractice, the lawsuit also alleged that Premier Dental Group of Knoxville violated
An assistant at Harborview Care Residence in Memphis, Tennessee has been taken into custody regarding the mistreatment of an elderly individual. Trina G., an employee at the center, faces charges related to causing harm to an elderly person under her care. These allegations arise from an episode in which Trina is claimed to have harmed a 74-year-old resident. Relatives found signs of physical abuse on the victim’s body, which prompted them to report to authorities. In the documents, Trina was accused of causing facial injuries to the resident. Trina was detained on August 4, 2023, and is presently at the Shelby County holding facility. Her court date is set for August 10, 2023. The care residence has publicly announced their
Understanding How a Government Shutdown Impacts SSDI When considering a government shutdown, SSDI recipients might understandably be extremely worried. How will it affect your benefits? What about your application? And could you lose valuable and needed income as a result? What Causes a Government Shutdown Government shutdowns come up in the news often. In fact, in recent decades the discussion has become so common that people often ignore it. But a shutdown can seriously impact our everyday lives – including the SSDI process. In general, we reach a shutdown risk when Congress fails to pass a working federal budget. Essentially, the government can’t decide on how or whether to fund itself. Usually one party wants certain cuts and the other
Navigating the often-complex world of insurance claims can be daunting, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the jargon, procedures, and intricacies involved. Insurance companies, while providing a critical service, are also businesses that look at their bottom line. It’s essential to approach any interactions with them armed with knowledge and confidence. Know these strategies if you are dealing with insurance companies. Understand Your Policy Inside Out Be sure that you understand the details of your insurance policy. Know what’s covered, the extent of your coverage, and any deductibles that apply. Having this knowledge at your fingertips ensures that you’re in a position to ask the right questions and challenge any discrepancies. Document Everything You should begin documenting everything as soon as
How Workers Comp Impacts SSDI in TN Workers’ Comp and SSDI are both incredible tools to help people who have been injured on the job and/or suffer from a disability. Both have the proper place and use. But sometimes people can get confused about these two very different kinds of benefits. In fact, recent news shows that some people have received both SSDI and Workers’ Comp when they didn’t need both programs. So here’s what you need to know, how these two options work, and why they often don’t work together. How Workers’ Comp and SSDI Differ Both workers comp and SSDI function like insurance programs. But they apply to two totally different situations. Workers comp is a program paid
How to Improve Your Credit by Becoming an Authorized User on Someone Else’s Account As a Memphis bankruptcy lawyer, I get a lot of questions about how to improve your credit after filing bankruptcy. Fortunately, there are a lot of ways to make this happen. Bankruptcy isn’t a death knell for your credit score – it’s actually a fresh start. And among other tools, you can improve your credit after bankruptcy as an authorized user. Here’s what it means to be an authorized user, how it can benefit your credit, and the steps to take to use this credit-building strategy effectively. Understanding Authorized User Status Being an authorized user on another person’s credit account means you have permission to use
On September 8, 2023, a car accident occurred on Interstate 40 in Memphis, Tennessee, involving a tractor-trailer and multiple passenger vehicles. The accident was caused by a reckless driving incident, and several people were injured as a result. The tractor-trailer was traveling eastbound on I-40 when it merged into the left lane without signaling. The driver of the tractor-trailer then cut off a passenger vehicle, causing the passenger vehicle to lose control and crash into the median. The tractor-trailer then continued driving, and multiple other passenger vehicles were involved in accidents as a result. Several people were injured in the accident, including the driver of the passenger vehicle that was cut off. The driver of the passenger vehicle sustained serious