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Creating Compliant HR Systems and Avoiding Costly Employment Law Mistakes
As a business owner, you're juggling countless responsibilities daily. Between managing operations, driving sales, and planning for...

The Persistent Fight for a Child’s Disability Benefits
Some Social Security cases require twice the fight, and this was one of them. My client had been struggling for years with developmental...

The $700 Million Mistake: Why an Asset Inventory Is Essential
Imagine accidentally throwing away $700 million. While it sounds like the plot of a movie, this nightmare scenario has become a reality...

Children’s Disability Listings:Do They Qualify?
SSA provides specific medical criteria for different childhood disabilities. If a child’s condition meets the requirements of a listing,...

Succession Planning for Small Business Owners
Most business owners spend years building their companies with dedication, sacrifice, and endless hours of hard work. You've likely...

The Third Circuit's Take on Cardiac Listings
The Biswas v. Commissioner of Social Security  case was decided by the Third Circuit in 2024. It offers critical insights for...

Gene Hackman's Estate: A Wake-Up Call
The recent passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman has revealed a complicated estate situation that serves as a powerful warning for...

Understanding Heart Disease
Heart disease is not only the leading cause of death in the U.S. but also a major reason why many people are unable to work. For those...

Crafting a Return-to-Office Plan That Works for Everyone
Have you ever walked into your office after the weekend and felt that buzz of energy – the quick conversations by the coffee machine, the...

Vocational Classifications and Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) EvaluationsÂ
Let’s unpack this recent affirmance from the 11th Circuit on the Micaud v. Acting Commissioner case. This highlights complex issues...

Why Reviewing Your Trust Regularly Isn't Optional
You've taken the important step of creating an estate plan, and it includes a trust—congratulations! This shows you care deeply about...

Behind Federal Appeals Process
Let’s dive into a topic we’re frequently asked about: the federal appeal process! A federal appeal is available to claimants who’ve...

How to Bulletproof Your Business Against Economic Uncertainty
In today's market, business owners face unprecedented challenges from inflation, supply chain disruptions, and shifting consumer...

Protecting Your Cash When Your Savings Exceed Insurance Limits
Imagine this: You've spent decades carefully saving money, building a comfortable nest egg that represents years of hard work and...

How to Safeguard Your Business from Your Business Partner’s Divorce
Most business partnerships begin with shared goals and optimism. But life happens, and personal matters—especially divorce—can create...

When ALJs Get Kids’ Disability Cases Wrong
I have handled kids' disability claims, so I know how critical it is for ALJs to get it right. And even though these cases are not...

Til Death Do Us Part? Why Unmarried Couples Must Have An Estate Plan
Love in the 21st century takes many forms, and for a growing number of couples, "forever" doesn't always include a marriage license....

Year-End Tax Tips for Social Security Disability Beneficiaries
We are definitely not tax attorneys. But as the year wraps up it’s a good time for Social Security Disability (SSD) beneficiaries to...

Building Stronger Teams Through Inclusive Leadership
When it comes to building a successful business, your ability to attract, retain and empower talented employees is crucial. Research...

Let's Analyze If This Case Should Go to District Court
We talk a lot about cases after they go to the district court, but let’s talk about how we pick a case to go  to  the district court. We...
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