While an estimated 6.5 million people received Social Security benefits last year, many first time applicants were denied and others had their benefits terminated. Insufficient medical proof of a disabling physical or mental impairment is often to blame for a negative outcome.
VA Disability Benefits
Combat support for Veterans & their dependents in the battle for VA disability &
survivors' benefits. Attorney Jill Mitchell offers experienced & dedicated
advocacy, honest answers, attention to detail, and personalized service.
Probate
Probate is the process of transferring the property and belongings of a person
who has died to their heirs. The probate system is intended to help heirs and
beneficiaries clear title to assets as easily as possible, and to prevent false
claims against the decedent's estate. Many banks and other institutions will not
release funds and assets to the heirs of the decedent account owner without a
probate order which protects them from liability.
Inheritance
The death or incapacity of a spouse, parent or relative is a traumatic
experience. Grief can cloud judgment and make even the simplest task
complicated. Individuals responsible for handling the affairs of a loved one
bear a legal as well as an emotional burden. Often, during their emotional
distress they fail to retain legal counsel and, as a result, end up needlessly
complicating the probate or guardianship process.
Guardianship
Guardianship grants an individual legal authority to manage the affairs of a
loved one who is unable to make their own decisions due to physical or mental
incapacitation. Placing a person under guardianship removes many civil liberties
that citizens in America enjoy. A ward loses the right to manage his or her own
affairs; to choose where to live; to consent and refuse medical treatment; and
even the rights to vote and to drive.
Personal Injury
Personal injuries happen when the actions of one person
or party result in serious harm to another - whether due
to negligence, reckless behavior or malicious intent. A
personal injury can cause devastating pain and
suffering, loss of earning ability, and emotional
suffering for both victims and their families. An
example of a personal injury would be a head injury from
a car accident or a
slip and fall at a business or residence.
Car Accidents
Car accident victims may suffer serious injuries that
incur significant medical bills for months or even years
after the accident occurred. Too often, auto accident
victims assume that an insurance company will completely
cover their medical bills, and this simply isn't true.
The goal of insurance companies is to minimize the
amount of money paid out in damages, and they will not
hesitate to offer an amount less than the compensation
you deserve and need.
Serious Accidents
Victims of a serious accident may not always understand the full extent of their
injuries right away. If you or a loved one has been severely hurt in a serious
accident, consulting with an experienced accident lawyer is an important step. A
knowledgeable accident attorney will work with qualified medical professionals
to thoroughly evaluate your medical condition to accurately assess your
long-term outlook.
Truck Accidents
Although some truck accidents cannot be avoided, many are simply the fault of a
careless or fatigued truck driver. If you've been injured in a truck crash
caused by a trucker's negligence, you must act quickly to protect your rights.
The truck accident lawyers at Heard & Smith help clients obtain compensation for
accidents and injuries.
Motorcycle Accidents
Research shows that the majority of motorcycle accidents
are not the fault of the motorcyclist but of other drivers, who often claim that
they did not see the motorcycle. Those motorists need to be held accountable for
the harm they've caused. If you've been injured in a motorcycle crash through no
fault of your own, the motorcycle accident lawyers at Heard & Smith can help you
obtain compensation for your injuries.
Wrongful Death
As you and your family struggle to deal with your devastating loss, the personal
injury law firm of Heard & Smith can help you get your life back on track. Our
wrongful death attorneys are skilled in the intricacies of wrongful death laws,
and we work tirelessly to help our clients obtain compensation when a loved one
has died due to another's negligence.
