Tips From Attorneys For Dealing With Medical Documentation For Disability Benefits

Social Security Disability benefits really come in handy if you have a short-term or long-term disability that keeps you out of the work environment. Part of getting these benefits is gathering medical evidence, which you can do the right way if you use the following tips.  Make Sure Records Are Recent The medical records that you gather to move your Social Security Disability case along need to be recent. If they are not, then gray areas could get in the way and cause delays. Read More 

3 Reasons To Work With An Attorney When Making Disability Claims

If you have been injured at work, you may be able to make a disability claim, either to your work, to your insurance company, to the government, or all of the above. It doesn't matter who you are making a claim to; you want to make sure that you have an attorney who can help you. There are several reasons why you should make sure that you are working with an attorney who makes disability claims after you have been injured at work. Read More 

What Should You Tell Your Lawyer About An Alleged Crime?

One of the hardest things for someone who has a legal case is to refrain from talking in detail about the alleged offense. It's tempting to assume your criminal defense attorney would benefit from knowing everything. However, there are several reasons why you shouldn't confess everything to counsel. Your Lawyer Probably Doesn't Need Those Details To the extent a criminal defense attorney needs to know something, they will ask you for the information. Read More 

What Are The Odds You’ll Have To Sue In An Injury Case?

The American personal injury law system is dominated by negotiations between claimants and insurance companies. It's a given that the vast majority of cases will not go to trial, with most estimates showing that around 95% of cases will settle. Notably, that begs some questions regarding what pushes cases into the remaining 5% or so. Here's a look at what influences the odds your case may go to trial. An Insured Defendant Read More 

SSDI Approval For Back Pain Is Difficult But Still Possible

If you are experiencing back pain and you believe that you cannot work because of it, you're not alone. It is a common reason for Americans to apply for SSDI benefits. Many back injuries are the result of one's own work activities. However, you may wonder if you will be able to receive benefits through Social Security or through workers' compensation insurance carried by your employer.  When Workers' Compensation Insurance Applies Read More