How Long Does a Personal Injury Settlement Take?

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When you’ve suffered an injury and the bills are piling up, it’s understandable that you may be eager to quickly settle your personal injury claim in order to have access to cash sooner rather than later. However, the tradeoff is that you could not get full compensation. Patience is a virtue, as they say, but […]

Is it Harder to Prove a Social Security Disability Claim Based on a Mental Impairment?

Approximately one-fourth of the total applicants for Social Security Disability list some form of mental disorder as their primary impairment. The majority of the mental impairment claims include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, and depression. However, such claims are difficult to win if you do not understand how the SSA reviews such claims or know the […]

Can Anxiety Qualify You for Social Security Disability?

It’s normal to get anxious. But if your worries or fears are excessive, don’t go away, and only get worse over time, you may be suffering from anxiety which can begin to interfere with your ability to do everyday tasks or live your life. If you suffer from a severe form of anxiety, will it […]

What to Disclose to Your Social Security Disability Attorney

If you or a loved one feel that you are entitled to social security disability benefits, it’s important to talk to an attorney with extensive experience in this area of the law before, during, and after the application process. The attorney can help you navigate the application process and help you give you the best […]

Filing for Disability: Do You Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?

Understanding the social security disability laws can be difficult. It may seem like one person you know who you think can work was quickly and easily approved for benefits, while others who really look to be unable were denied. Knowing more about the rules and regulations that govern the disability approval process may help you […]

In the News: Workplace Injury at Factories

Regulations concerning worker safety have vastly improved working conditions on factory floors since the birth of manufacturing. Still, even now, workers face conditions that can lead to accidents or long-term injuries. Repetitive motion, extreme temperatures, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery all create risk. Recent Complaints About Working Conditions in US Factories A recent law has been […]

Understanding Types of Disability Insurance in Arizona

If you have been injured, it’s important to understand the different kinds of disability insurance in Arizona. If you’re facing obstacles obtaining your due insurance payouts, don’t give up. Contact the Arizona disability lawyers at Schiffman Law Firm. SSI Short for Supplemental Security Income, this is a form of need-based assistance for low-income individuals. Unlike […]

Do you qualify for social security disability in Arizona?

Determining Social Security Disability eligibility worries many when they first become disabled. You may be wondering how you’ll continue to pay your bills or afford health care. A personal injury lawyer may be able to help. Why Get a Lawyer? A Phoenix-area lawyer is in an excellent position to help you with your claim. There […]

Have You Worked Enough to Qualify for Disability?

Getting social security disability insurance depends on how much you have worked, as this determines your insured status. The social security administration (SSA) will look at the number of quarters of coverage you have earned from your work in the years before filing to determine if you have contributed enough to the system to draw benefits from […]

5 Reasons VETS Should Apply For Social Security Disability

Veterans seeking legal advice from a social security disability attorney may be advised to apply for social security disability benefits, for a few good reasons. 1. Two Types of Benefits Veterans who qualify for social security disability benefits will receive them, as well as any veterans benefits they may already be receiving. They are able […]