When applying for Social Security Disability, it is important that the Social Security Administration (SSA) determine your disability date. Your disability date tells the SSA when you are eligible to receive a monthly disability benefit. It also tells the SSA when you can start to receive Medicare benefits. Determining your
If you are unable to work, the first question you should ask yourself is why. Are you unable to work because you cannot find a job? If that is the case, one resource available for free to all Florida residents is vocational rehabilitation. The Florida Department of Education’s Division of Vocational
You are sick or injured, and it’s a long-term condition. You cannot do the type of work you did before, and you cannot make the switch to other types of work. It is a great burden to carry, and it can be frightening on many levels, particularly financially. How will
The Consumer Protection Coalition is an insurance front group located in Florida. The Consumer Protection Coalition tries to prejudice the public against trial lawyers. Read this post. It describes how “billboard trial lawyers” and “shady repair firms” are taking advantage of consumers by using the Assignment of Benefits to force insurance
The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that approximately 1.5 million Americans have lupus. That is approximately 1 in every 20 Americans. Systematic lupus erythematosus (SLE), more commonly known as lupus, is an autoimmune disorder that causes your immune system to attack your own tissue and organs. This is a chronic
WPBF 25 News Covers Police Pursuit Car Accident In April 2018, WPBF 25 News uncovered a video of a police pursuit that ended with a crash and seriously injured an innocent senior citizen. That crash happened 2 years ago in Riviera Beach as officers pursued a stolen car. That woman’s
Despite the die-hard reputation of bikers as rough and tough lawbreakers, the vast majority of riders are hyper-conscious of motorcycle safety. They have to be, as their lives are on the line. With a much smaller profile, and without the structural support of a car or truck, motorcyclists are targets
The Sunshine State stands out in many wonderful ways: we have beautiful weather, gorgeous beaches, hot nightlife, fabulous restaurants, and miles of open road along stunning landscapes for joy riders to savor. Florida is also unique when it comes to laws dealing with motorcycles. Insurance is a source of particular
On March 14, 2018, the Fourth District Court of Appeals muddied the waters with regard to the issue of the PIP deductible. Specifically, the 4th DCA ruled against the medical providers’ theory regarding the application of the PIP deductible. Why does this muddy the waters? The Fifth District Court of
Florida Workers’ Compensation insurance protects injured workers by replacing lost wages and paying medical benefits. This coverage is essential – a safety net for those who are hurt on the job. But some parties abuse the system. Fraud is an unfortunate reality. How can you avoid being a victim? What
