| Read Time: 8 minutes | Veterans Disability

VA Disability Rating for Parkinson’s Disease Overview

If you are a veteran who develops Parkinson’s disease, you might find yourself curious as to how Parkinson’s disease can affect VA disability benefits. Generally speaking, VA benefits are a form of tax-free, monthly compensation that the VA pays to veterans who suffer from disabilities related to their military service. To determine how much compensation an individual veteran gets,...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Employment law

What Happens to Medical Bills When Workers’ Comp is Denied?

If you are injured on the job, you usually rely on workers’ compensation to pay the bills as you recover. But what happens if your workers’ comp claim is denied? You still have expenses, and your medical bills may be piling up. Medical costs often rapidly escalate beyond what anyone would have reasonably saved. What happens to medical bills...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Social Security Disability

How Do You Qualify for Social Security Disability?

Our economy is built around individuals entering the workforce and earning money to support themselves. Thankfully, those unable to work due to disability can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. To qualify for SSDI, you must be disabled and have worked a job covered by Social Security for a long enough time....

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Social Security Disability

Denied Social Security Disability: What Now?

Learning that you have been denied Social Security disability benefits can leave you with a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. Many people rely on their benefits to make ends meet, and being denied may leave you wondering where to turn. Know that you are not alone. More people are denied benefits than granted them. Thankfully, you...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Veterans Disability

VA Disability Rating for Tinnitus & How to File a Claim

The quick answer to the VA disability rating for tinnitus: A standalone diagnosis of tinnitus typically yields a 10% VA disability rating and $171.23 monthly compensation according to 2024 veterans disability compensation rates. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pays disability benefits to veterans who suffer from debilitating injuries or persistent medical conditions caused by their service. But...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Personal Injury

What Constitutes Wrongful Death in Indiana

The loss of a loved one is very tragic, especially when it was preventable. When a family member dies from another party’s negligence, the pain is compounded by a sense of injustice. While no amount of money will bring a loved one back, pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit can at least bring some justice. Learning what constitutes wrongful death...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Sexual Assault

Can You Sue a Nightclub for a Sexual Assault?

What happens when a fun night out on the town becomes a nightmare because of a sexual assault? Bars, nightclubs, and similar establishments frequently attract a criminal element. Innocent people can be victimized. This leaves victims with emotional, physical, and psychological trauma.  Bars, nightclubs, and similar establishments serving alcohol must employ reasonable security measures to protect guests from violence....

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Medical Malpractice

How Long Do You Have to Sue for a Birth Injury in Indiana?

Your baby’s birth should be one of the most memorable times of your life. But sometimes, this momentous event comes with severe complications that can make it quite traumatic. Infants and mothers can suffer severe injury when delivery room doctors, nurses, or other healthcare professionals make mistakes or act negligently. If you or a child suffer an injury during the...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Truck Accidents

How to File an Accident Claim with FedEx in Indiana?

If you were recently involved in an accident with a FedEx driver, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. You might wonder how to go about making a FedEx accident claim, who is liable, and possibly suing FedEx for your injury. Below, we discuss potential liability, steps to take immediately following the accident, and possible damages....

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Sexual Assault

Sexual Assault on College Campuses

According to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network, RAINN, 26.4% of female and 6.8% of male undergraduate students experience rape or sexual assault through physical force, violence, or incapacitation. The prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses is disheartening and scary. Sadly, it can happen to anyone. If you or a loved one was sexually assaulted on campus,...

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