If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness, the future can be a scary thing to think about. On top of being worried about a prognosis, you can also be worried about how you will be able to pay your bills or medical expenses if an illness makes it … Read More »
There are many people across Tennessee who qualify for different types of support from the Social Security Administration because of a disabling condition. However, because it can be difficult to figure out all the eligibility requirements and steps to pursue these benefits, there are some folks who are not getting all the financial support they … Read More »
Imagine a situation where your loved one is injured in a serious accident and is confined to a bed or limited in their ability to care for themselves. Seemingly overnight, your role as a spouse, parent or child changes dramatically and you can become more of a caregiver and advocate. You may have to take … Read More »
When men and women serve in the United States military, they risk their physical safety for the good of the country. In many cases, people leave the military as healthy as they entered and go on to pursue other career paths. However, others are not as lucky. Many suffer serious physical and mental disabilities that … Read More »
Members of the U.S. military put their lives and well-being on the line to protect and defend this country. In the worst-case scenario, they do not return from service. However, those who do return still face considerable challenges in terms of their mental and physical health long after their service has ended. Veterans often experience … Read More »
There are many Tennessee residents above 50 years of age who are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits but are wary of applying because of the stringent approval procedure. Contrary to popular perception, applicants for SSD benefits above 50 years of age can expect to go through a less stringent procedure for approval compared to … Read More »
Life can be dangerous and people can get hurt. No matter if people are at work, at home, traveling or simply out having fun, an accident can happen at any moment. In these accidents people can suffer serious injuries that affect their day-to-day lives. These injuries can take weeks, months, or years to heal. They … Read More »
When a person is sick or injured and unable to work, the person can suffer from a lot of financial uncertainty. While the person is trying to recover, it may become clear that the person won’t be able to work. Without income the person could struggle to meet the person’s most basic needs. In these … Read More »
Earlier this week on Veterans Day, people all over Tennessee took some time to honor our veterans by posting messages on Facebook, volunteering to help a veteran and thanking those who served our country. Sadly, this outpouring of support and gratitude isn’t something people offer every day and many of the issues and obstacles veterans … Read More »
One of the most sensitive and vulnerable parts of our body is the eye. It can easily be damaged, and this damage can be so extensive that a person actually loses sight in the injured eye. This can significantly change a person’s life and prove to be disabling. This is important to keep in mind … Read More »