A deposition is a witness’s sworn testimony taken out of court. It is used to gather information as part of the discovery process. While an insurance lawyer can ask many questions at a deposition that would not be permitted at a trial, several areas of interrogation are likely: Lawyers typically start with very easy introductory…
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If you are disabled, consider the following factors used by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to determine whether or not you are eligible for disability benefits: Are you gainfully employed? Do you have severe impairment(s)? Is your impairment(s) expected to last 12 months or longer? Are you able to perform the kind(s) or work you…
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A recent blurb in the Washington Post revealed that 72 retired New York City police officers, eight firefighters, five prison guards, and one police officer from Nassau County have been charged with faking psychiatric problems to collect federal disability benefits. That is 86 people collecting years’ worth of benefits to which they were not entitled!…
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