Disability and Divorce: How Benefits and Assets Are Handled in Family Law Cases
- 20 Apr 2026
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
Divorce is challenging for anyone, but when one or both spouses receive disability benefits, the process becomes significantly more complex. Common questions about this topic are how and if disability can be divided, and how do we protect assets while preserving eligibility for needs-based programs This post explains...
Read MoreWhy There Simply is No Substitute for a Good Disability Attorney
- 11 Mar 2026
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
Our offices are contacted many times per week by people who applied for disability on their own and were denied. Now they feel “behind the 8 ball” and seek professional assistance. Luckily for them, we are usually able to salvage the case by shoring up weak spots and...
Read MoreWhy You Still Need (or Benefit from) an Attorney in an Amicable Divorce
- 25 Feb 2026
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
Divorce doesn’t have to be a battlefield. When couples are on good terms, communicate openly, and agree on major issues like property division, child custody, support, and alimony, an amicable (or uncontested) divorce can feel straightforward. Many wonder: “If we’re both on the same page, why spend money...
Read MoreWrongful Death Claims in Brevard County: What Families Need to Know
- 09 Dec 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
Losing a loved one is a painful thing. To lose them through the negligence of others can bring a sense of anger and frustration alongside of mourning. In Florida, the Wrongful Death Act (Florida Statutes §§ 768.16–768.26) gives certain family members the right to seek compensation and accountability...
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take to Get Approved for Disability in Brevard County Right Now?
- 21 Nov 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
You’ve found yourself unable to work and now you need to tap into disability benefits which you have paid into your entire working life. To get approved for these benefits you must essentially pass the gatekeepers. They will take a look at your application and decide if you...
Read MoreWhat Qualities Should a Person Look for When Hiring a Disability Attorney?
- 10 Nov 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
When hiring a disability attorney — whether for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), long-term disability claims, or veterans’ benefits — focus on qualities that ensure expertise, reliability, and effective advocacy. Choosing the right attorney for your case is a process which shouldn’t be discounted....
Read MoreShort-term Disability Coverage vs Long-Term
- 05 Aug 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
If you are approved for short-term disability (STD) that does not automatically mean that you will be approved for long-term disability (LTD). There are differences in the two benefits system which we will briefly explain below. Different Applications and Reviewers Even if you already have STD under the...
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to Wait for Approval?
- 25 Jun 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
Many Americans will develop ailments which will prevent them from working. This is just a fact of life. This is why we pay into the Social Security system from our very first paycheck. Social Security Disability Insurance is your safety net in case you are unable to earn...
Read MoreWhy Choosing the Right Social Security Disability Attorney Matters
- 16 Jun 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
You’ve been down the road of applying for disability only to find yourself at a dead end. You even reached out to an attorney to help, and your case stalled. This could very well be due to choosing a bad attorney. An attorney with a poor work ethic...
Read MoreQuestions to Ask Your Disability Lawyer Before Hiring
- 21 Apr 2025
- Posted By WebSiteAdmin
If you are thinking about hiring a disability attorney, then you are most likely considering hiring one for yourself or a loved one. A disability attorney can be of tremendous value when it comes to filing for disability or an appeal. This kind of attorney can deal with...
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