Filing a disability claim may not be as cut-and-dried as you think it is. Because you do deal with an issue that has been documented as a disability in the Social Security handbook, you may believe that it's a clear conclusion that you'll be able to receive a disability payment each month. However, approximately 65 percent of disability claims are denied after the initial filing, and this is no small number.
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I Don't Surrender: Bankruptcy Exemptions And What You Can Keep
Many filers get hung up on the big bankruptcy decision, and it's easy to understand why. Not only is filing an admission of financial failure, but the consequences of the bankruptcy could mean that you suffer for years to come. You can build your credit back up, but the federal filing leaves a black mark on your credit report for many years. Those concerns, however, sometimes pale in comparison to losing your property.
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Grandparental Rights And Child Custody
Grandchildren are always a joy and embody the spirit of "unconditional love". Sometimes, however, that joyous relationship is tested. At some point, you may have to make the difficult decision to acknowledge that your grandchild needs to be in your legal care and custody. Grandparents seeking custody of their grandchild do have legal rights, so if you fear that your beloved grandchild needs more from you than love and hugs, read on.
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How To Increase Your Odds Of Being Approved For Disability
It can take a couple of months before you find out whether you are approved for disability. Therefore, you want to do everything you can in order to give yourself the best shot at an approval.
Have An Attorney Help You With Your Forms
At some point during the disability process, you may be asked to fill out a large packet of questions. There are so many questions that some people tend to find it a little bit overwhelming.
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