Plaintiff Funding by Wensley McKenney Plaintiff Funding is a controversial new finance area in which a plaintiff secures funding based strictly on the potential financial recovery from his or her pending legal claim. Similar to securing a mortgage against your home, a plaintiff can receive a cash advance against the potential future proceeds from a legal claim. There are no income or employment verifications and if the legal claim has no financial recovery, then the plaintiff is NOT obligated to repay the money. Certain companies li ... The Hypocrisy of Insider Trading Laws by Terry Mitchell Perhaps Walter Williams and I are the only two people on earth who can see the hypocrisy of insider trading laws. I somehow doubt it, though. Williams wrote a column about a year ago, lambasting these laws and I'm going to pick up where he left off. These laws run counter the notion we accept in every other aspect of society that life is unfair. In every facet of life, there are people who have access to advantages that others do not have. However, we don't attempt to make these advantages illeg ... Government Overregulation of Broadcast Content Could Backfire by Terry Mitchell Rush is right! The government's stepped up bid to regulate broadcast television content is indeed frightening. Limbaugh made his comments during one of his regular radio broadcasts last year. Those remarks were in response to the FCC's crackdown on broadcast indecency and Congress' threats to hand out much larger fines to broadcasters for such violations, in the wake of Janet Jackson's wardrobe malfunction at the Super Bowl halftime show last February. Limbaugh is the not only media personality ... Your Social Security Approval Package (Finally, the Long Wait is Over!) by Lala Balattan Back and forth to the Disability Determination Services (DDS)… Arranging and rearranging data and documents for applications, appeals and motion of requests… Monthly contacts with the Social Security Administration Claims Rep and the DDS examiner… After endless consultations with your legal counsel or representatives, after many, many series of medical consultations and examinations, and finally, after too many false hopes and expectations… Your patience and determination has been rewarded! You ... The Hidden Danger of the So-Called "Right to Die" by Terry Mitchell In October of 2003, the case of 39-year-old Terri Schiavo once again brought into focus the debate over the so-called right to die. The Florida woman was temporarily removed from her feeding tube (via a court order received by husband), but was put back on it a few days later when the Florida legislature authorized Governor Jeb Bush to issue a stay. As of this writing, her fate is still being debated in the courts and her case might now be headed for the U.S. Supreme Court. But I wonder if the r ... Getting the Necessary Paperwork Ready by Paul Hood A good grasp of the inner workings of disability claim benefits will significantly increase claimant’s chances of having his request approved. Understanding the procedures as well as the criteria used in evaluating your claims is a must if you want to receive the benefit you rightfully deserve. It is next to impossible to win at something when you do not know the rules that apply. Of course it will be a lot in favor of the opposing team if they alone know the regulations in effect. Consider this ... Do You Have a Case Against Your Stock Broker? Ten ways to Tell by Jake Zamansky's Blog for the Ordinary Investor As an attorney who represents individual investors from around the Country in claims against their stock brokers, I hear a wide variety of complaints about brokers’ fraud and misconduct. If you believe that your broker has abused or harmed you, you may want to consider whether your complaint falls within any of the following typical complaint categories. If you fall into one of these categories, you may have a meritorious complaint against your broker. Here are some guidelines to consider wheth ... How the Jury System Should be Reformed by Terry Mitchell Our current jury system is ailing. It is beginning to fail us. O.J. Simpson being found not guilty is just one example of that problem. People with loads of evidence against them are found not guilty, while others with far less evidence against them are found guilty. Mass murderers are often sentenced to life in prison, while many others who commit just one murder are sentenced to death. People tried separately for the same crime often get much different verdicts and/or much different sentences. ... The Implications of Income Tax Charge on Estate Planning by Miss Janine Byrne Overview In the Pre-Budget Report of December 2003 the Chancellor Gordon Brown announced proposals to levy an Income Tax charge from 6th April 2005 in those circumstances where the transferor of an asset retains and interest or continues to benefit from that asset. In the instance of real property, the 'benefit' envisaged is the transferor continuing to reside in the property he/she has allegedly given away. How the Charge Applies The Government refer to such assets as 'pre-owned assets' and, br ... Social Security Disability Secrets by Nash Ville DisabilitySecrets.com aims to distribute crucial information on the important processes in getting your claim for disability and ssi benefits. We all know how hard it is to apply for disability and ssi benefits since Social Security has an unclear and not understandable procedures. This is the reason why DisabilitySecrets.com has joined the rapid explosion of websites due to the fast-rising Internet technology. When we look for similar sites and enter the keyword “social security disability” usi ... How to Make a Better SSI Case by Lala Balattan It is not actually that a person’s disability claim is not believable enough or substantial enough that causes denied applications for the Social Security Disability or the Supplemental Security Income benefits. Represented or not, with undisputable medical records or not, seventy percent (70%) of all disability claims are denied at applications. Does this mean that, it really makes no difference whether you present a substantial claim or not? Of course not! It simply means that you have to poss ... Changes in the Social Security Laws by Lala Balattan It is time we educate and update ourselves regarding essential issues of the Social Security Administration. By having enough knowledge of SSA’s vital programs concerning Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Disability Insurance (DI), we would truly understand the workings --- implementations, qualifications, claiming procedures, etc. And since many policy changes have occurred with regards to the mentioned programs, it is but necessary that we may be aware of such things. Like, what new laws ... Multiple Social Security Beneficiaries by Blur Lorena Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program run by Social Security Administration that gives a monthly income to people with disabilities, blind, or who are 65 or older with limited income and property. Recipients must be a U.S. citizen or a national with countable income below the federal benefit rate or FBR. Recipients are grouped into children (age 17 and younger), working age (ages 18 to 64), and elderly (age 65 and older). Different policy issues and rules apply to various age g ... Personal Injuries Resulting in Wrongful Death Cases by Paul Hood A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the decedent was killed as a result of the negligence (or other liability) on the part of the defendant's), and that the surviving dependents or beneficiaries are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct. Different states have their individual statutes that tackle the issues with regards to wrongful death. Moreover, many states do not follow the same guidelines when it comes to wrongful death cases. As mentioned above, there is a v ... Choosing a Mesothelioma Attorney by Maggie Kay Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit is a long and dwindling process. Selection of a mesothelioma attorney whom you trust and have a good rapport with is very important. If you are thinking about filing a mesothelioma lawsuit, you must meet with a variety of lawyers before making your final decision. Choosing from a long list of mesothelioma lawyers can be a daunting task, so here is a guide to help you through the process: 1. Start the Search Look for a qualified mesothelioma attorney in the following ... Getting Your Finances Ready for a SSD Case by Lala Balattan Financial security is what everybody wants in life; that and emotional and spiritual security. However, without the sense of being financially secure for the years to come, this has disastrous effects on a person’s general well being. Now American working class citizens have come to believe that the Social Security is an institution to protect them when the need finally arises. What do we need then is to rest a weary body and soul from the long years of hard work. Or the need to settle down aga ... What To Do When You Get Into An Accident by Paul Hood Accidents are unexpected occurrences in life. These are traumatic events that nobody wants to encounter. Because of the shock an accident causes, people tend to lose their ability to think correctly resulting to serious injuries, even death, to himself or to another party. How can we overcome shock during or after an accident? Presence of mind is very vital in situations like this. There are several kinds of accidents. Examples are vehicular accidents, industrial accidents and aerial accidents. ... If Your Case Gets Denied by Paul Hood If you have been injured or become ill and are no longer able to work, you have certain Social Security Disability Benefits. Social Security Disability is a benefit received from the Social Security Administration by disabled workers and in some cases their dependents, similar to those received by retired workers. And you will have to file your case. Sheri Abrams states the statutes for one to be qualified to file for Social Security Disability Benefits: “To receive benefits under the Social S ... What You Shouldn’t Believe About SSD by Lala Balattan The Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs are the largest of several Federal programs that provide assistance to people with disabilities. American citizens have come to be aware that with the Social Security programs for disability benefits and SSI, security is still there for them, even as they are physically restricted, burdened with an illness and unable to work anymore. However, the Social Security is not committed to making massive awareness and information ... Neverland Chronicle by Gary Whittaker Michael Jackson is one of the most recognized persons on the planet today. Even though he has not had a hit album in over a decade, Michael has continued to find his way into the media one way or another. From his rumoured problems with plastic surgery, to his association with monkeys, everyone has heard about how strange a character Michael has become. Aside from the black community that have continued to support him, despite his so-called skin condition and aversion to direct sunlight, most of ... Dealing With Insurance Companies by Blur Lorena Every accident cause damages, may it be property or your physical body. It is important to apply for insurance before you encounter such circumstance so that you will be able to recover the money and properties you lost. Before you file a claim, determine if the other party, who may be responsible for the accident, will file a claim for you. If they do, getting a settlement will be faster. If they don’t, you will personally file it. Then, collect all evidences, preserve and document it. If possi ... Things You Ought To Know in Faultless Car Accidents by Paul Hood Anyone who has been involved in a vehicular accident, regardless of fault, can avail of No-Fault Benefits which would include compensation for wage lost, medical expenses and a replacement vehicle. It is also termed as Personal Injury Protection Benefit or PIP. Certain states like Minnesota have enacted laws requiring vehicle owners to have no-fault coverage as part of their automobile insurance coverage. Moreover, Minnesota also encourages vehicle owners to have at least a minimum no-fault pol ... Gathering The Required Data For Your Personal Injury Case by Blur Lorena You must be prepared before speaking with any of the insurance company’s representatives. Collect all important documents and evidences, including the photographs, police and medical reports, and statements of your witnesses. Take notes of important details and review the policies given by the company. Do not say anything that will cause your claim to be denied. Examine every photograph; they might see an angle that may be turned against you. Return to the scene or the place where the accident h ... Seatbelts: a Life Saver or a Taker? by Paul Hood Seatbelts definitely save lives. Some of them have a locking feature which is truly amazing because you can pull it out all the way and let it pull back. You can also lock it and it’ll not slide out until it's been pulled back all the way again. When you’re on a spirited drive, it's good to have something to hold you into your seat as you take a tight turn at speed. Also, if you spend time cruising down the middle of the road, it’s better to have at least one seatbelt to comfort you. When seatbe ... Lawsuit Funding by Lauren Lipcon Lawsuit funding, also known as pre settlement cash advances, are a form of non-recourse funding that has become a popular service in the past few years. Injured clients all over the United States can use this service to get cash for their lawsuit now. Funds advanced can be used by the client for any immediate financial pressures including mortgage payments, credit card bills, to get out of debt, car payments and more. Obtaining a cash advance on a pending settlement or lawsuit is a quick and si ... | ||||||
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