What happens if a Social Security Disability or SSI claimant works at Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) levels during the application or appeals process? Generally, if the claimant's impairments force her to stop working in six months or less, then the work will not...
Truck accidents can happen to anyone, including Tennessee state troopers. Often being stopped on the side of the highway can be dangerous as drivers may not expect to encounter a stopped vehicle. However, drivers are expected to maintain a safe distance from police...
Many facets of Tennessee Workers' Compensation will be discussed at several Continuing Legal Education seminars that John Dreiser will be speaking at this summer. On June 14, 2012, John will be presenting on workers' compensation issues from the injured worker's...
Driving late at night can lead to tiredness and fatigue, as many people in Tennessee know. Unfortunately, truck drivers are particularly prone to becoming tired while driving. When a driver of big rig loses control after falling asleep or simply...
Tennessee pedestrians can suffer personal injuries when they least expect them. Sometimes leaving home can even be dangerous and result in a personal injury. This can be true when a person steps out into local roads as they leave their home and come in contact with...
As discussed previously, Social Security Disability and SSI claims hinge on the Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) of the claimant and whether work exists in the local or national economy in light of that claimant's RFC. I also recently discussed the different...
Social Security Disability and SSI claims almost always deal with exertional levels, whether it is looking at the claimant's past relevant work or her residual functional capacity, i.e. what the claimant can still do despite her physical or mental impairments. What is...
Most people will agree that a car accident is stressful and emotionally exhausting in and of itself. But when car accidents are severe, and even claim a life, the stress and emotional turmoil can reach unparalleled heights. No matter what circumstances lead to a...
Periodically I like to post some useful information for Social Security Disability and SSI claimants in Tennessee. For instance, as result of the 2012 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) of 3.6%, certain changes occur within the SSDI and SSI programs. As a result of the...
Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is a beloved vacation spot for many people, a place for families to go to escape the stress of daily life and relax. What most people don't consider is the amount of work that goes into keeping Gatlinburg a beautiful and sought-after vacation...
