In just a few short weeks, Georgia residents and those around the country will honor our nation's heroes on Veterans Day. Of course, area veterans deserve honor and respect not just on Veterans Day but other times as well. Veterans also deserve assistance when they...
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Disabled veterans can get faster consideration for SSD claims
When Georgia residents are in need of assistance, the sooner they can get help, the better. This is particularly true when individuals are facing serious financial challenges, as is often the case after a person suffers a serious injury that leaves them unable to...
Are SSD benefits different from VA disability benefits in Ga.?
As discussed last week in this blog, Georgia veterans often face an uphill battle to get the assistance they deserve, in spite of everything they have done to serve their country. Fortunately, there are programs available to help disabled veterans get the financial...
Georgia veteran asking for new law to benefit veterans
Georgia veterans sacrifice a great deal for their country. Despite all of these sacrifices, veterans can find themselves facing an uphill battle when they encounter the legal system. For instance, one veteran is currently fighting to change state law relating to...
What happens to SSD benefits upon retirement?
When Georgia residents encounter something new in their lives, it is natural to have many questions. The legal system is a prime example of this. Individuals encountering the legal system for the first time may not understand what is required of them or how they go...
Navigating SSDI for work-related injury and others
The legal system can be a difficult place to navigate for Georgia residents who have not encountered it before. Making matters worse, people are often thrust into the legal system at an unexpected time and not by their own choice. This is typically the case when...
Are SSDI benefits offset from workers’ compensation benefits?
Every month, many Georgia residents face financial difficulties when paying their bills. It can be hard to stretch a paycheck to meet a person's monthly obligations even when times are good, but this challenge becomes much more troublesome when a person suffers a...
For work-related injury, SSDI benefits may be lifeline
Georgia residents work hard to provide for themselves and their families. It can take many weeks, months or even years to establish a successful career in one's given field, but all of this hard work can be compromised when an individual suffers a work-related injury...
Social Security disability benefits for Wounded Warriors
Georgia residents who were in the military and suffered injuries or illness as a result need to understand their rights to seek Social Security disability benefits. It is also important to know that as Wounded Warriors, their SSD claims can also be eligible for...
Can I bring a lawyer to my Social Security disability appeal?
Not every application for Social Security disability benefits is initially approved. In fact, some Fayetteville residents may have their applications denied despite completing their paperwork to the best of their abilities. When an applicant has his request for...