Today, falls are one of the leading causes of injury in the United States. While some falls are unavoidable accidents, a “slip and fall” that leads to a personal injury claim is not simple or unavoidable. It is a matter of negligence. “Slip and fall” is a common term for a type of premises liability. […]
While car accidents happen every day, the most unfortunate ones result in severe injuries and even tragic loss of life. Accidents leave victims to face the financial insecurity of their mounting medical costs. They leave many injured victims with critical disabilities, some of which will affect them for the rest of their lives. In the […]
Millions of disabled Americans rely on essential government benefits for housing, healthcare, food, and other basic needs for themselves and their family members. But maintaining such benefits can be challenging, as many qualified people are turned down every year, forcing them to go through a drawn-out appeals process. If you are seeking SSDI benefits in […]
You’ve suffered a life-altering disability and can no longer work. And to add to your financial worries, your disability claim with Social Security has been denied. Applying for SSDI is a complex process with many opportunities for mistakes. Only a third of applicants get approved for benefits after their initial application. If your claim was […]
Millions of people throughout the country rely on disability benefits from the federal government to help them pay for their medical needs and other household expenses. If you are disabled and can no longer work, you might consider filing a claim with the Social Security Administration to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. But […]
When you’ve suffered an injury in an accident, you are immediately confronted with concerns about your future. How will you pay your medical bills? When will you be able to return to work? What will happen to your family if your injuries are extensive and have left you unable to care for them? Our attorneys […]
The Social Security Administration administers programs that provide benefits to disabled individuals who meet the agency’s eligibility requirements. But the qualification process is complicated, and applicants frequently make unintentional mistakes when completing the claim application. These oversights and errors often cause applicants to be denied benefits. SSA can deny a claim for many reasons, but […]
Accidents happen every day in Pennsylvania. While some of these are unavoidable, others are caused by the careless actions of others. These accidents can leave innocent victims with serious injuries and overwhelming financial hardship. What is the Purpose of a Personal Injury Claim? Personal injury law protects individuals who have been harmed by another party’s […]
If you or a loved one is collecting disability benefits from the federal government, it’s important to understand how an inheritance can affect these benefits. Whether you are someone who is considering an individual with a disability in your estate planning efforts or a disability benefits recipient who has been named a beneficiary of an […]
If you have been injured in an accident, you may be looking at overwhelming medical bills, lost time from work, personal property damages, and even a long-term disability that prevents you from taking care of your family. If someone else’s negligence caused that accident, you could be entitled to compensation from the at-fault party. A […]
