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why you need a criminal lawyer at your side

Unfortunately, many of us find ourselves in legal binds of all sorts. It could be a simple misunderstanding or a lapse in judgement, but the legal problems are real nonetheless. If you are facing criminal charges, it is time to consider getting an attorney. There are several good reasons for paying attorney fees instead of going in front of the judge on your own or relying on a public defender. Our blog will present you with several examples, ideas and reasons why you need to be represented by a criminal law attorney before you even stand before a judge the very first time.

Three Ways A Workers Compensation Lawyer Can Help You

Posted on March 1, 2017

If you have found yourself out of work due to an injury that you sustained while on the job, you may be eligible to collect workers compensation. After all, if it is not your fault that you got hurt, you should not have to go without any income while you are trying to heal and get better. However, obtaining workers compensation can be sometimes easier said than done, and that is why you will want to consider retaining a skilled lawyer to assist you. [Read More]

Disability Programs That Can Help To Fast-Track Your Application

Posted on January 24, 2017

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a person who is disabled is impaired mentally or physically and is unable to perform one or many life tasks. If you are an individual who cannot work because of a medical or mental illness, then you are considered disabled. You likely are eligible for disability benefits. However, you will need to file a disability claim and go through the determination process. This process is quite lengthy for some, and you may need to wait several years before you actually receive benefits. [Read More]

When Bad Weather Contributed To An Accident, Who's Fault Was It?

Posted on January 5, 2017

Have you been in a car accident that was seemingly caused by bad weather? Perhaps someone slid through a slippery intersection and rear ended you, or maybe you slid off the side of the road and hit a stop sign. When bad weather is a factor, it's easy to say "It was nobody's fault!" But that's not exactly how your insurance company will look at it. They will still go about determining fault while keeping the weather in mind. [Read More]

Waiting For An ALJ Hearing? Ways To Speed Up Your Claim

Posted on November 15, 2016

Applying for Social Security Disability is not an easy task. You have to provide a lot of information and documentation, and you also have to do a lot of waiting. This is especially true if your initial application is not approved and you have to have a hearing before a judge. This hearing, called an ALJ hearing, can take a year or more. The length of time depends partly on your location. [Read More]