About Me

The Social Security system is in place to help us through difficult times. Unfortunately, there are some instances in which the system makes our lives even more difficult than they need to be. The day I received the denial letter for my claim, I wasn't sure what I was going to do. After talking with a few friends, I contacted a lawyer. That was the best decision I had ever made. Even with the professional assistance, getting the denial overturned and getting the money that I was owed took several months. I have kept a clear journal of my experience and loaded it with information that can help others get through what can be an impossible time.

Social security denial - a journal of assistance

Emotional Distress: Understanding The Difference Between Civil And Criminal Suits For Sexual Abuse

28 August 2014

Sexual assault is a serious crime, and the effects can last a lifetime. Whether you have taken your perpetrator to criminal court or not, you may still be able to bring a civil suit against them. In fact, a civil suit is the only way you can get financial compensation for your suffering. Here is what you need to know about the difference between civil suits and criminal suits for sexual abuse cases: