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Can You Work While On VA Disability Explained

September 3, 2026

Most veterans receiving standard VA disability compensation can work without any VA-imposed earnings cap. Veterans receiving TDIU face strict limits tied to the poverty threshold and protected work environments. You may be staring at a…

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Should I Hire an Attorney for Debt Settlement? (2026 Georgia Guide)

August 31, 2026

You should hire an attorney for debt settlement if you have been sued, your wages are being garnished, you owe more than roughly $10,000, or a creditor is threatening legal action. For a single small…

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How Long Is Step 5 Of VA Disability Claim Process

August 31, 2026

Step 5 of a VA disability claim has no official fixed timeline, but in practice it can take about 7 days for a simple single-condition claim and 30 to 60 or more days for a…

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Is VA Disability Considered Income For Food Stamps?

August 28, 2026

VA disability compensation is generally counted as unearned income for SNAP, but a disabled veteran may be exempt from the gross-income test and still qualify under the net-income test after deductions. For reference, 2026 guidance…

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Filing For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Doesn’t Mean You Have Failed

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is widely-known yet frequently misunderstood. Despite the connotation, bankruptcy is a very common legal avenue that is designed to help people who are under insurmountable debt. Though common, it is still extremely…

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Do I have to file a bankruptcy jointly with my spouse?

No, you are not required to file a joint bankruptcy case with your spouse.  You can file individually, you each could file separate cases if you wish, or you can file a joint case.  This…

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Save money every time you shop online

Shopping online is both a blessing and a curse.  We all have a tendency to impulse buy, ending up with a purchase we didn’t really want or need.  It’s just too easy to click! On…

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Beware Counterfeit eclipse glasses! Protect your eyes.

If you plan to use protective glasses to view the upcoming solar eclipse, BEWARE.  NASA has put out the word that some unscrupulous vendors are trying to make a quick buck by selling counterfeit or…

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Seeking Bankruptcy Help from Debt Attorneys in Athens Georgia

You’re in debt and you don’t know what to do. You or your spouse lost their job, you’re at risk of losing your home and your car and you can’t pay the minimums on your…

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Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Athens Georgia

When you’re struggling with a lost job, medical bills, tax debt, credit card bills or even a hefty car payment, bankruptcy may be the answer to your financial trouble. Bankruptcy laws were put in place…

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I may need to file a bankruptcy case. Will I lose my property?

Many people have the mistaken idea that they will lose all their property if they file a bankruptcy case.  NOT TRUE!  There are exemptions allowed for many different assets. 

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Can I file for Social Security Disability even if I’m still working?

This is a question we hear virtually every day.  Many people believe they could qualify for disability, but are afraid to leave their job and take a chance on pursuing a claim.  Here’s the reality….

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I’ve been denied Social Security Disability benefits before. Can I file a new claim?

  Even if you have been previously denied disability benefits, you can file a new claim.  To receive Social Security Disability benefits, though, you must not only prove disability, you must meet the earnings requirement.

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Why Americans are Filing For Bankruptcy at High Rates

Filing for personal bankruptcy is not an easy decision. While credit card balances that have gone out of control can lead to bankruptcy, the number one reason Americans are filing for bankruptcy today is because…

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