Social Security disability benefits are available for qualifying applicants who were injured or suffer an illness that results in the inability to work. These benefits are designed to help ensure that recipients can meet their financial obligations. Once approved, the recipient receives money to help cover basic costs, like rent, groceries and the like. Unfortunately,
One of the toughest things I have to do when explaining to people who are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or whose application has been denied is the length of the process. I try to regularly provide an update on processing times and approval rates for Social Security
Car accidents are scary and stressful enough. Add in the fact that you might have to deal with an uninsured or underinsured motorist, and the stress levels can become unbearable. Victims of accidents involving uninsured motorists need to know what to do following such an accident so they can prepare for what lies ahead of
Animals are some of the most beautiful living organisms nature has to offer. They can be majestic, yet also very dangerous. Even trained animals, such as pets, can be dangerous at times. Animals have an innate tendency to bite, especially if they are provoked. If you are bitten by an animal, these are the steps
Have you ever been traveling in the interstate — perhaps to visit some loved ones on a holiday weekend — and giant big rig passes you buy with an obnoxious advertisement plastered on the side of it? These logos could in fact affect the liability of a truck driver and his or her employer in
Do you remember the first time you ever used a GPS device to find your way? You were probably very skeptical. The technology, now so common that it’s built into most new vehicles, was once unproven and new. It certainly sounded good, but people were hesitant to trust a computer system. Over time, though, you
It is no surprise that large trucks can cause catastrophic accidents. The most basic laws of physics teach us that the larger a vehicle is the more mass it has. The more mass it has, the more difficult it is to stop. When a large truck crashes into a smaller passenger vehicle, those within the
When most of us think about damages from car crashes, we probably imagine vehicles being destroyed – but other types of property can also be affected by collisions. This is demonstrated by a recent chain-reaction car wreck in Nashville, Tennessee, in late May, which left a homeowner looking for answers after damages to his house.
A worker who was harmed while on a trip to Tennessee could be left out in the cold after a decision about workers’ compensation payments. The man, who injured his back while he was lifting a truck latch in 2009, is the subject of a workers’ compensation dispute in which in an insurer rescinded a
Many people outside the trucking industry may not realize that truck drivers are recognized by commercial and government agencies if they have an excellent driving record. One Midwestern man has driven for millions of miles without a truck accident, and he was awarded the Owner Operator of the Year award from the Truckload Carriers Association.
A car crash at the intersection of U.S. 245 and Sowell Hollow Road on April 29 left one person dead and three others injured. The fatal car wreck happened at about 5 p.m., when two vehicles collided head-on at the intersection. Official reports show that one of the drivers was likely driving while distracted, which
Children are a source of infinite joy and infinite worry. Parents experience a new level of emotions when they welcome children into the world. In some situations, these little loved ones may develop a serious illness or suffer a catastrophic injury. In some cases, these children may qualify for benefits through Social Security. When can
Pet owners have a responsibility to prevent their animals from harming others. Still, too many pet owners refuse to acknowledge that their animal could cause personal injury in Tennessee. The consequences of this negligence can be dire – consider the New Jersey woman who was recently attacked by her neighbor’s dog. The woman suffered disfiguring
A hit and run accident in Parkway Village in Memphis early last week left one pedestrian dead. The victim was not originally a pedestrian though. The victim, a 54-year-old male, had been involved in a separate, minor accident. When he exited his vehicle to exchange information with the other driver, he was struck by a
What are your rights when it comes to being compensated after an injury on the job? Getting your workers’ compensation benefits may not be as easy as you might think, especially if your employer or their insurer contests your claim. Make sure that you know your legal rights after a workplace injury to maximize your
About 2 to 5 million people in the United States will suffer an injury because of an animal bite every year. Although most animal bites are caused by dogs – about 85 to 90 percent – other domestic animals can also be dangerous and cause personal injuries. The risks associated with a dog bite injury
Very often, the effects of obesity are often quite severe and interfere with a person’s ability to work and perform activities of daily living. The question then becomes is how does obesity play into a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has regulations
Did you know that different types of auto insurance can protect you in the event of a car crash? Without the right type of car insurance, you put yourself at financial risk when a car wreck occurs. Take the time to learn more about your insurance options – and provide yourself with additional legal protection
If you are a federal employee in Tennessee, you may not know that your workplace protections may be different from people who work for a private company. In fact, workers’ compensation for federal employees are handled differently through the federal system, so you need specialized knowledge to make sure your claims are handled properly. The
When we think about motor vehicle accidents, we most often think of single- or multiple-car crashes – we may not think about the other vehicles that occupy the road. In many Tennessee counties, though, car accidents can affect agricultural equipment, bicyclists and even horse buggies. Sharing the road in a rural area can mean being