Extremely important! I often find myself repeating to my clients one of two phrases: “God helps those who help themselves” SSA feels the same way. You cannot refuse to try and get better and expect the government to pay you. The second phrase I catch … [Read more...]
Is My Credit Ruined FOREVER?
Unless you are being romantic, the word "forever" is so…final. So one of the most asked questions about filing bankruptcy is "Will my credit be ruined forever?" and the answer is "No." Yes, a bankruptcy case stay on your credit report for up to ten … [Read more...]
When will my benefits begin once I establish that I am disabled?
Just like most areas of law, the answer is that it depends…. For SSI benefits, (need based) you are eligible to receive payments the first full month following the month you applied.* That means if you apply in January 2015, it does not matter if … [Read more...]
Latest on the Obama Executive Actions
Here is the latest on the Obama executive actions. They have been put on hold. A Federal Judge in Brownsville, Texas has put the programs on hold until the federal court can hear the trial of the 26 states who are suing the federal government. The … [Read more...]
Think Before You Post!: Discovery and Social Media Content
Although progress in the legal field can sometimes be slow, it does occur. The law has, for example, finally become aware of the prevalence and importance of social media in our day to day life. Under the new Texas Pattern Jury Charges, for example, … [Read more...]
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!: Premises Liability for Ice and Snow on Sidewalks and Walkways
One of the more enduring legal myths in this state is that homeowners are liable to pedestrians who slip and fall on ice or snow on their sidewalks. In truth, fairly consistent decisions in our courts this past decade have whittled away any vestiges … [Read more...]
Expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
On February 18th, Immigration will be accepting applications for the expanded DACA. You qualify for this by meeting the following requirements. You entered the United States before your 16th birthday and before January 1, 2010, You have no … [Read more...]
Working Women and SSA Retirement
The Social Security Retirement Act was passed in 1935. Originally enacted and government funded in order to help retired workers following the economic turmoil following the great depression. Public payments (taxes) into the system did not begin … [Read more...]
How to Make The Most of Your Free Bankruptcy Consultation
It is a common practice in today's legal market for bankruptcy attorneys to offer free consultations to potential new clients. Consumers looking for legal help have many law firms to choose from and a free consultation is an excellent opportunity for … [Read more...]
Premarital or Prenuptial Agreements
Texas recognizes and enforces premarital or prenuptial agreements between prospective spouses who intend to avoid any uncertainties regarding property interests as the conclusion of their marriage whether by death or divorce. The relevant provisions … [Read more...]
Obama Executive Order
I am continuing to monitor the new Obama Executive order. Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted 236-191 to approve legislation that approved funding for the Department of Homeland Security until the end of the budget year. However, they also … [Read more...]
The Tenuous Future of Social Security
There have been several stories in the past few years predicting the crash of the SS Disability and SS retirement systems. It is true that there are more workers are living longer and drawing more out of retirement than what was originally planned … [Read more...]
