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Which Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Which Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Getting hurt on the job raises many questions. The main concern you'll probably have is whether workers' compensation will cover the cost of treatment. A workers' comp lawyer will tell you that many clients face a lot of red tape regarding their claims. Here at The...

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Avoid Going Into Debt During the Holidays

Avoid Going Into Debt During the Holidays

Have the holidays left you feeling financially stressed out? Sadly, many families may end up having to meet with bankruptcy attorneys due to years of overspending on material items like holiday gifts. Here at the Law Office of Tipton-Downie, we want to help you better...

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What Expenses Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

What Expenses Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Recovering from a workplace injury can be both physically and mentally draining. However, it can also be financially taxing, too. If you're currently working with a workers' compensation lawyer, you've probably asked them about which expenses will be covered by your...

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How to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

How to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Dealing with an injury you suffered on the job is enough to deal with. But having to deal with a workers' compensation claim in addition to your recovery can be exhausting. Hiring a workers' comp attorney to manage your case can be a great relief. So how do you hire...

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What Is Workers’ Compensation?

What Is Workers’ Compensation?

Every job comes with its own set of risks. As an employee, you need to be aware of these risks so that you can stay safe at work. But what happens if you're injured while you're on the job? In many cases, your company will begin the process of filing a claim on...

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Can Your Family Get Social Security Disability Benefits?

Can Your Family Get Social Security Disability Benefits?

Social Security disability benefits help people maintain a good quality of life in spite of mental or physical disabilities. But what about your family? Are they entitled to any benefits as well? Every situation is different, so it's always a good idea to talk with a...

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Can You Receive Disability Benefits While You’re Working?

Can You Receive Disability Benefits While You’re Working?

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance can be a long and complex process. Some of the most common questions asked of a Social Security Disability lawyer involve labor and benefits. More specifically, can you receive Social Security disability benefits if...

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Are You Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?

Are You Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?

Social Security disability benefits are available to help people who can't work due to a debilitating medical, intellectual, or emotional condition. But in order to receive benefits, you must properly document your condition – and your condition has to qualify as a...

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How to Choose a Divorce Attorney

How to Choose a Divorce Attorney

Divorce is tough, but so is finding the right divorce lawyer to help you. When it comes to family law matters, divorce seems to be the most demanding and painful part of this area of practice. That's why you'll want to hire a family law attorney who is dedicated to...

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5 Things You May Not Know About Bankruptcy

5 Things You May Not Know About Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy law can be both complex and frustrating for non-lawyers to understand. However, you should still work through your case with your bankruptcy lawyer to make sure you understand exactly what's happening. The Law Office of Tipton-Downie wants to share five...

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