Interesting story from New York about a dog named Rosie in a courtroom. We first learned about this story from California lawyer Mitch Jackson’s blog. Rosie is a Golden Retriever. She specializes in comforting people who are in stressful situations. In New York, she stood by while a 15 year-old girl…
In July, the Social Security Administration added 12 conditions to the list of Compassionate Allowances. The 12 conditions added all involve severe heart diseases. With the addition, the list of Compassionate Allowances now rounds out to 100 conditions. Below, the 12 new conditions are listed. If you would like more…
Temprature highs across North Carolina are reaching up into the triple digits this week. If you have lived in North Carolina during the summer months, it’s safe to say you know the temprature is only half of the story when it comes to how it feels outside. We’re talking about the…
The cost of hiring a lawyer to handle your vehicle damage claim is generally not practical. The cost of direct attorney assistance is too high. Even a lawsuit without a lawyer’s assistance may not be a reasonable option. A lawsuit takes time. When your primary objective is to get your…
It’s almost that time again. A week away from today, everyone across the United States will be celebrating independence. Grilling hamburgers and hot dogs, playing catch, meeting up with the family; it’s all par for the course this time of the season, but today we’d like to offer some tips…
The following is a press release from the North Carolina Advocates for Justice which explains the House Bill 542 Billed v. Paid Auto Reform which passed two readings in the House earlier in June and passed its first reading in the Senate on June 6th. RALEIGH, N.C., June 2, 2011– Republican leaders in the…
The forecast for the majority of North Carolina this week is between the high 80’s and low 90’s. This is the first wave of heat we have experienced in 2011, so it’s always good to have a reminder of how to deal with the heat. Well, you know how to…
We’re on the cusp of beach season here in North Carolina. While going to the beach is a great get away from the everyday grind, make sure you stay safe while you’re having some fun this summer. Be sure to check over the beach safety tips below. We’ve also added…
Board Certified Social Security Law Specialist, Blair Biser takes on 5 questions concerning Social Security Disability. 1. So I’m not completely disabled. I’ve been declared 60% disabled by someone else. Can I get partial social security benefits? No. With social security benefits, it’s all or nothing. You are either disabled…
Yesterday, NC House Bill 709 (Protect and Put NC Back to Work) was filed in the North Carolina House. The bill aims to reform the current North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act to: Define “Suitable Employment” pertaining to an employers return to work within restrictions or after reaching maximum improvement. Make willful misrepresentations…
