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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regularly conducts medical re-examinations of veterans with disabilities in order to determine whether the severity of a veteran’s disability has improved. When veterans receive disability benefits, VA will assess whether or not a veteran’s injuries are likely to improve. If they are, they will…

Going through a huge life change, such as a divorce, is painful for every family. The stress only worsens if conflicts over alimony, child custody, and child support arise. Hiring a family law attorney can be a valuable way to resolve the disputes that sometimes emerge as a marriage ends….

Being diagnosed with a disabling condition can be physically and emotionally draining. Unfortunately for many people, it can also be financially draining as well. An individual may lose the ability to work and find themselves unsure how to support themselves. The good news is there are government programs designed as…

When you purchase a product, you assume that the manufacturer has ensured it is free of any defects and is designed safely. But when manufacturers put faulty or dangerous products on the market, innocent consumers may be seriously harmed. Did a dangerous or defective product hurt you? You may be…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident through no fault of your own, you have the right to seek compensation from the at-fault driver. With the help of a skilled car accident lawyer, you could recover money for your medical bills, missed wages, and other losses through a settlement…

Premises liability laws require property owners to maintain their property to prevent injuries to their guests. When a property owner’s negligence results in an injury, the victim may be able to recover compensation from their losses. However, to obtain this compensation, you must show that the property owner was negligent…

If you served in the Armed Forces and are living with disabilities connected with your service, you may be entitled to receive certain benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The types and amounts of benefits you can receive depends on a disability rating assigned to you by…

Although you’ve made the painful decision to end your marriage, you may not know exactly what the process of getting a divorce in Mississippi involves. You don’t need to try to figure it out alone. The dedicated Mississippi divorce attorneys at Derek L. Hall, P.C. can guide you during this…

When applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, it’s important to note that it can take time to obtain them. Data from the Social Security Administration shows that more than 70 percent of applications are initially denied, and the appeals process can stretch the process out even longer. One of…

When consumers purchase a product, it’s reasonable to expect that it will perform as advertised. Unfortunately, some products fail to deliver on their promises — and when they do, the consequences can be deadly. Were you injured by a defective product in Mississippi? You could have a valid product liability…