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How Your Personal Injury Claim is Handled
Personal injury claims are generally defined as those in which one party demands money from a second party due to fault in a traffic accident, a medical malpractice case, or workplace related accident. The majority of these cases (95-96 percent) are settled out of...
What Is Benzene Exposure?
Benzene is a naturally occurring chemical in the environment. For decades benzene has been used in manufacturing processes. According to the American Cancer Society, "benzene is a solvent used in the rubber industry, oil refineries, chemical plants, shoe...
Will Filing Bankruptcy Affect Your Employment?
Will You Lose Your Job Because of Bankruptcy? A common question asked by our clients who are contemplating filing bankruptcy is whether or not doing so will affect their employment. That is an understandable question considering they are already struggling financially...
How Can You Maximize Social Security Disability Income in Montgomery, AL?
People often fail to take full advantage of the benefits they could receive from Social Security. For those with disabilities preventing them from working and who are of a certain age, Social Security Disability income can be received. For those who are aware of this...
What to Expect with Bankruptcy in Opelika
You decide to file for bankruptcy in Opelika, AL and then freak out a bit over the idea. Yes, it can be frightening to take such a huge step, but don't let the negative images that others have attached to bankruptcy stop you from pursuing a claim. About the...
Can You File Bankruptcy in Dothan Again if You Filed in the past?
Have you filed bankruptcy in Dothan, AL in the past, but you are facing another financial crisis now? You may wonder if you could file bankruptcy again to help ease your financial burden. The simple answer is, “Yes, you can file bankruptcy again.” Bankruptcy law does...
Montgomery Bankruptcy: A Fresh Start
The term bankruptcy is daunting, conjuring fears of poverty and financial ruin. In reality, bankruptcy can help in a time of great need for you, your family, or your business in Montgomery, AL. By filing for bankruptcy, a person can liquidate their assets to repay...
Receiving Social Security Disability for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome may affect 4 – 10 million Americans, according to the American College of Rheumatology. It is considered the most common nerve disorder among Americans, especially women. It can cause great pain, numbness, and weakness in one’s hands and arms....
How to Choose Your Bankruptcy Attorney in Andalusia
How do you know which attorney to use for an Andalusia bankruptcy case? It is easy to determine, but you should know a few things in advance. What to Consider when Choosing a Bankruptcy Attorney Choose experienced Andalusia Attorneys You want to work only with an...
3 Common Questions about Medical Bills
Medical debt is a growing problem for many Americans. Last year the Kaiser Foundation released a survey estimating 25% of American adults feel burdened by medical debt. Over half of those surveyed owed $2500 or more in medical bills. The burden of the debt often made...
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