Foreclosure Defenses in Florida

Considering the current state of the economy, many Florida residents are experiencing financial hardship and corresponding problems. At times, these problems may lead to mortgage foreclosure. The good news is that an experienced attorney can assist you with foreclosure defense and give you the best chance of retaining your home....

Social Security Disability – a Basic Q & A

Q: Which agencies administer DI and SSI? A: Both programs are administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), which assesses the severity of a disability, determines eligibility, and issues monthly checks. Initial determinations are made by state agencies under contract with SSA. The cost of administering DI is financed from...

Are You Disabled? How A Judge Decides Your Social Security Disability Claim

When your claim comes up for hearing, the Social Security Judge will go through a 5 step “sequential evaluation process” to decide whether you meet Social Security’s definition of disability. Step 1 Whether you are working and, if so, Whether the work the claimant is doing constitutes substantial gainful activity (SGA)....