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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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| August 26, 2015

What are 'Compassionate Allowances?'

Filing for disability can be a scary thing. You probably planned on working in your set career path until retirement. No one envisions their future as one where they have an illness or disability that…

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| August 19, 2015

Who Makes Social Security Disability Decisions?

When you apply for social security disability benefits, the process is nothing short of daunting. As Athens lawyers, we are committed to helping people receive the disability benefits they deserve, we work hard to ensure…

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| August 12, 2015

10 Facts About the Student Debt Crisis

Many graduates are saddled with debt as they leave school behind and embark on their career. If you are having trouble with payments, know that you are not alone. Know these 10 facts about student…

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| July 29, 2015

Can You Terminate Your Social Security Benefits?

Although your social security benefits may provide you with a regular monthly income and medical insurance, you may eventually need to cancel the coverage. If you discovered a way to make an income despite your…

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| July 22, 2015

Filing for Social Security Disability with a Heart Transplant Diagnosis

You have just received the worst news of your life. Until last week, you felt extraordinarily healthy for your age. So healthy in fact that you hadn’t consulted a doctor in years. That was a…

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| July 15, 2015

Stay Calm During Bankruptcy with These Tips

Bankruptcy can be an incredibly stressful experience. Here are a few proven ways to reduce your stress, stay calm and complete the bankruptcy proceedings successfully – and maybe even with a smile on your face….

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| July 1, 2015

Do I Need a Social Security Attorney?

Have you wondered whether it’s really necessary to have a lawyer help you file for disability? Many disabled people have considerable experience with the bureaucracies of public assistance; if you’re familiar with the process of…

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| June 24, 2015

How does Social Security Decide that You Get Disability?

The process of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance is not a straightforward one. Each person’s application for benefits is reviewed according to the subjective beliefs and impressions of the medical consultants and examiners who…

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| June 17, 2015

Can I Get my Possessions Back after I file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

The decision to file for bankruptcy is never easy. People who are months behind in car payments, mortgage payments, owe back taxes, or other, similar financial hardships may find that filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy…

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| June 10, 2015

Are All Student Loans Treated the Same in Bankruptcy?

Graduating from college can be an overwhelming time in anyone’s life. You’ve reached a major milestone — earning your degree. But even as you celebrate your achievement, worry lurks. Will you be able to support…

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