In an adversarial system, two advocates represent the interests of competing parties before a judge or impartial tribunal. The tribunal observes the dispute from above the fray to remain impartial. The process traces back to the medieval mode of trial by combat, and...
Month: May 2017
Getting Disability Benefits for PTSD
Many people think that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that only affects veterans who have seen combat. While PTSD rates are generally higher for veterans, the fact is that anyone who has suffered a serious trauma can have PTSD and may be eligible...
Congress May Drop 5-Month Waiting Period for ALS Patients
One of the more frustrating quirks of disability law for both attorneys and our clients is the five-month waiting period in Social Security Disability Insurance cases.The rule states that disability benefits, regardless of the condition involved, will not be paid out...
Schizophrenic disorders are covered by Social Security Disability
There are many different kinds of disabilities that could affect you, and it's important that you still have the financial support you need while trying to deal with a life-changing diagnosis. Social Security Disability (SSD) is there for people with physical and...
You can get financial help after a traumatic brain injury
In the military, you know that you're going to be exposed to hazards beyond what you'd see in civilian life. You might have faced explosions or gunfire, hand-to-hand challenges or other situations that led to injuries.As someone who now struggles with a traumatic...
Injured At Work?
Find out if you can collect Work Comp benefits too