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.
3 December 2020
Just as much as a client looking for a personal injury attorney is looking for the right combination of traits, a lawyer is also looking at the case much the same way. Given that the average personal injury lawyer works on contingency, the goal of nearly every practice is to focus on cases that have good odds of paying off. That's awesome for them, but what the heck makes a case a good one for a client to file as either a claim or lawsuit?
3 November 2020
Both the state and federal governments use stringent laws to dictate the use of geographical assets. These laws are designed to protect the land, as well as the air and soil. When you want to protect any natural assets that you own, you need to hire a lawyer who specializes in litigating cases pertaining to the environment. These services are some to expect when you retain an environmental law practice to represent you.
6 October 2020
One of the main risks you take when you do not make your car payments is repossession. When you borrow money to purchase a vehicle, you agree to make the payments. Your lender uses the car's title as the collateral in the deal, and the lender can seize the car if you default. While most lenders have rules that they follow before repossessing vehicles, some lenders occasionally and wrongfully repossess cars.
29 August 2020
Do you think that your landlord is harassing you? If so, the good news is that you may have legal remedies to make it stop. But first, you need to know what constitutes legal harassment by a landlord and what doesn't. Here's a short guide. What Is Landlord Harassment? Harassment by a landlord can be many types of targeted efforts to make a tenant leave because the landlord wants them gone — usually for monetary gain.
30 July 2020
When you have good credit and a relatively good income, it is not hard at all to get approved for a series of credit cards. While having access to these lines of credit so you can buy what you need is valuable, it can also lead you into a load of debt. If something changes with your financial circumstances and you can no longer make your payments, your credit card debt can follow you around like a haunting nightmare.