St. Petersburg Legal Blog
New law helps those with ALS get disability benefits quicker
Living with a disability can often mean that certain matters are more urgent than they are for other individuals. When it comes to receiving disability benefits, having access to those benefits and the provided income could make a substantial difference a person’s...
6 common causes of gray divorce
Even before the isolation due to the recent global health crisis began eating away at marriages in Florida and across the country, one demographic was already seeing a significant rise in divorce rates. That group of people was couples over the age of 50. Analysts...
Post-traumatic stress disorder can affect memory, concentration
Serving the country through military service is an admirable path in life. While current members and veterans may appreciate the thanks they receive for their service, it is often not enough to help them live with the physical and emotional scars that their time in...
Social Security disability can be helpful but difficult to obtain
Experiencing a disability that prevents a person from working can be devastating. The person may feel a considerable sense of loss or feel as if he or she no longer has a purpose, but having a disability does not mean that a person’s life is over, even if he or she...
Bankruptcy does not discharge all unsecured debt
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you may be anticipating a time in the near future when all your debts will be gone. This kind of fresh start is what prompts many to seek debt relief through bankruptcy when their financial burden becomes too much to...
Can an employee be fired for filing for bankruptcy?
Having money problems often comes with a stigma and can lead to judgment from others. Even if Florida residents face financial issues due to problems outside of their control, like facing a medical emergency and accumulating high medical bills, it can still feel as if...
Motorcyclist seriously injured in hit-and-run car accident
After a car wreck, it can often make a significant difference for those injured to receive help as soon as possible. When a driver involved in a car accident leaves the scene, it is possible that injured parties left at the crash site will have delays in getting the...
Are you eligible for VA health care benefits?
Many people in Florida have proudly served the country through military service at some point in their lives. Though they may gladly have done it all again, numerous individuals develop serious disabilities due to their time in service. As a result, they often need...
Behind on your mortgage? You still have options
When you miss a payment on your credit card, you can expect to pay an extra fee on your next payment. If you miss a mortgage payment, catching up is not always that easy. In addition to assessing late fees, many mortgage lenders expect you to pay the full amount of...
Can migraine sufferers apply for Social Security disability?
Any Florida resident who suffers from migraines knows just how debilitating these headaches can be. To some, it may even seem unfitting to refer to them simply as headaches because they can cause nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sounds, and almost paralyzing...
