Posts by Lee Paulk Morgan
What You Need to Know Before You File a Workers' Compensation Claim
If you are injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in Georgia. However, there are things your Athens workers’ comp attorneys believe you should know before jumping headfirst into filing…
Read MoreChapter 11 Is a Great Option for Small Businesses That Are Looking To Reorganize Business Assets
Small businesses often struggle with finances, sometimes to the point that they must seek relief through bankruptcy. While there are three choices (Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11) a business owner may be able…
Read MoreWhat Happens to My Mortgage After Bankruptcy?
Owning a home is a great achievement. Unfortunately, all of the hard work you have put into paying your mortgage may be at risk if you decide to file for bankruptcy in Georgia. What will…
Read MoreConsider These Tips If You Are Attempting To Collect Back Pay on Social Security Benefits
Social Security disability claims can take months or even years to process. Because of this lengthy processing time, claimants who are awarded Social Security or SSI benefits for disability will also typically receive “back pay”…
Read MoreSocial and Psychological Factors of a Traumatic Brain Injury
Nothing is worse than being hurt on the job, especially if you suffer from an injury to the brain. Recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) extends well beyond the initial damage of such an ordeal. Surprising…
Read MoreWhy You Should Refrain from Withdrawing from Your 401K During a Hardship
We all face financial hardship at some point in our lives. One very common remedy sought out by those dealing with unexpected circumstances like a personal injury, work-related injury or medical bills is to borrow…
Read MoreCommon Issues Faced by Companies Who Filed Bankruptcy
This blog will discuss the issues faced by companies filing for both Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. First, though, let’s cover the differences between the two types. When a company files for Chapter 7, it…
Read MoreWhy You Need a Social Security Disability Lawyer
Getting approval for your social security benefits is a tedious process, and filing a claim does not always mean that you will receive the benefits you seek. One way to drastically improve your chances of…
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons Social Security Disability Applications Are Initially Rejected
More than 50 percent of the applications submitted for Social Security benefits are denied. When your benefits are initially denied, the stated reasons can vary drastically. One thing that is critical to note when dealing…
Read MoreStudent Loans and Claiming Bankruptcy
Student Loans are far and away the most difficult form of debt to erase. Bankruptcy filing is typically not an option for student debt unless debtors can clearly prove through a series of tests that: Lee…
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