ERISA Disability Appeals and the Conflict of Interest Problem: What You Need to Know If you’ve become disabled and have applied for long-term disability benefits through your employer’s disability plan, chances are you’ve encountered the frustrating process of denial and appeal. Employer-provided disability plans often fall under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. […]
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Pressure Ulcer and Nursing Home Accountability: What Families Should Know
When a loved one moves into a nursing home, families expect high-quality care. But what happens when care falls short, and preventable injuries like a pressure ulcer occur in a nursing home? The case of Clements v. Medical Facilities of America highlights the devastating consequences of nursing home neglect. Understanding the risks of pressure ulcers […]
Why Most Personal Injury Lawyers Stink
A Critical Look at Legal Representation If you’ve ever had the misfortune of dealing with a personal injury lawyer who just didn’t seem to measure up, you’re not alone. Many people find themselves frustrated with the lawyers they’ve hired to represent them, feeling that they’re not getting the expertise or attention they deserve. So, why […]
Don’t Accept a Quick Car Accident Settlement
Car Accident Settlement: Why You Shouldn’t Accept Car Accident Settlement Money from an Insurance Company Immediately After a Wreck In the aftermath of a car accident, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. You are dealing with the pain of injuries, the stress of medical bills, and the uncertainty of what to do next regarding your accident […]
Neck and Back Injuries in Car Accidents
Understanding Neck and Back Injuries in Car Accidents Spinal injuries, particularly to the neck and back, are some of the most common injuries sustained in car accidents, often resulting in neck injuries. The force exerted during a collision often causes the body to jolt abruptly. That jolt leads to significant strain on the spinal structures, […]
Long-term disability – What if my doctor thinks I can work?
Doctor Says I Can Work But I Can’t! Understanding Your Doctor’s Assessment When your doctor says you can work but you can’t, it’s essential to understand their assessment and the factors that influenced their decision. Your doctor’s evaluation is based on their medical expertise and the information you provided about your condition. However, it’s possible […]
What if I could do some parts of my job but not all of them?
You want to make a long-term disability claim? What if you can do some of the duties of your job, but not all of the duties of your job? Under most long-term disability benefit plans, you are still considered totally disabled if you can’t successfully complete all duties at your job. Now, why is that? […]
Virginia Personal Injury Documentation Tips
In the world of personal injury law in Virginia, documentation is often the key to success. Whether you’ve been involved in a car accident, slipped and fallen in a store, or suffered any type of personal injury, documenting your injuries is crucial for building a strong case. In other words, you need these personal injury […]
The tragedy of personal injury cases
Virginia personal injury cases are all unique. And most of the cases we handle are tragic. The tragedy is real and the people are real. They are suffering greatly and most don’t even think or consider hiring a Virginia personal injury lawyer. Personal injury lawyers and PI cases in general get a bad rep. Most […]
Paying your Medical Bills After a Car Accident
In Virginia, auto accident insurance policies typically include medical pay (Med Pay) coverage. Med Pay is an optional form of insurance that can help cover medical expenses incurred as a result of a motor vehicle accident. This coverage applies regardless of who is at fault for the collision. It covers medical bills up to the […]
