Growing up, Robin Williams was by far one of my favorite actors. I have always associated him with fun, laughter, and finding joy in the silly things in life. I knew Robin Williams no better than any other of his fans, but his death felt very tragic and personal; he was so deeply associated with […]
A Personal Story on the Importance of Mammograms When I was 12 years old, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer that had spread to a large number of her lymph-nodes, and she was given a 20% chance of survival. Back then the disease was not as commonly known as it is today, and treatments […]
In The Khaki Law Firm’s newest blog series, we are answering the questions we frequently receive about Workers’ Compensation Law in Georgia. More specifically, what exactly is workers compensation, when should you file a claim, and how The Khaki Law Firm can take the burden of the claims process of your shoulders. 1. What is Workers’ […]
In The Khaki Law Firm’s newest blog series, we are answering the questions we frequently receive about Workers’ Compensation Law in Georgia. More specifically, what exactly is workers compensation, when should you file a claim, and how The Khaki Law Firm can take the burden of the claims process of your shoulders. Last month, we […]
In The Khaki Law Firm’s newest blog series, we are answering the questions we frequently receive about Workers’ Compensation Law in Georgia. More specifically, what exactly is workers compensation, when should you file a claim, and how The Khaki Law Firm can take the burden of the claims process of your shoulders. In part one […]
Georgia-based social security disability and workers’ compensation firm The Khaki Law Firm has once again earned a top spot on the Law Firm 500. This year, the law firm ranked 11th overall on the list, with 827% growth over the past three years. The Law Firm 500 is an annual list which showcases the top […]
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal aid program designed to provide financial assistance to those who are physically disabled and therefore restricted in their ability to be employed and earn their livelihood. SSDI benefits help make it possible for a disabled worker to maintain a home, pay their utility bills, put food on […]
Millions of Social Security Income recipients will receive a boost in their benefits next year, due to an increase in cost-of-living. The Social Security Administration recently announced that it is increasing the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to 2.8%, effective January 2019. It is the largest increase of COLA in seven years. COLA is based on the […]
As we approach tax season, one of the most common questions we hear at The Khaki Law Firm is “Now that I have been approved for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, are those benefits taxable?” For the majority (approximately 2/3) of those who are receiving SSDI benefits, the answer is no. Unlike Social Security retirement […]
Hundreds of people apply for Social Security disability benefits every year. Most of these individuals are denied and must attend a Social Security disability hearing to argue their case and get the benefits they need. In many cases, hearings are not scheduled for over a year, which poses a problem for those that cannot work […]
People often have to wait a long time to hear if their Social Security Disability benefits application was approved or denied. Upon denial, which happens often, a person may have to wait over a year for their Social Security Disability hearing. All this waiting is frustrating, particularly if it only ends up with another denial. […]
What Laws Address Protections Against Disability Discrimination? As outlined by attorney Lisa B. Golan in her article titled “ADA Basics: When Does An Employee Have a Disability Discrimination Claim?,” protections against disability discrimination are governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq., (ADA). The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was amended […]
As a parent of a young adult child with special needs, it can be daunting to think of the day when your child is considered a legal adult who can make decisions for him/herself regarding where they live, their medical care, their finances, and legal agreements that they may enter into without proper counsel. In […]
Parents who have children with disabilities typically handle myriad obstacles that many others don’t have to face. The responsibilities associated with caring for a disabled child often continue into their adult life because of their lack of mental or physical capacity to live on their own. However, they may have to take care of themselves […]
For many, applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the review process can be a time-consuming endeavor. An applicant may wonder whether they need to work while they wait for a decision from the Social Security Administration (SSA) or if they can support themselves on their savings. It is important that anyone applying for […]
for Fastest Growing Law Firms in the U.S. – Two Years Running Over the past six years, our attorneys and hearing advocates have been committed to providing outstanding service to all of our clients. Our dedication and attention to detail have allowed each member of our team to flourish personally and professionally, which has facilitated […]
It’s important to set goals that help us grow and move forward. As a firm, we regularly set annual goals, and this year, we want to share one of our 2020 goals that directly impacts our clients. Because past experiences are what guides us in making future goals, we thought it’d be appropriate to take […]
We understand that living with a disability can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. These challenges can be magnified to a greater degree during these uncertain times. As the Coronavirus continues to be a nationwide concern, we understand the challenges that it may have on our community. As a firm, we are here to help […]
The Coronavirus continues to cause disruptions in the day-to-day operations of many governmental bodies and organizations across Georgia. To adapt to the recent developments, the Office of Hearings Operations (OHO) is making temporary changes to how disability hearings are held. Many of these changes are being implemented to protect Social Security Administration (SSA) staff members […]
When the Coronavirus outbreak first began in the early months of 2020, the United States government made a quick decision to give economic impact payments, also referred to as stimulus payments or stimulus checks, to eligible Americans. The purpose of this decision was to mitigate some of the extreme consequences of the virus for businesses, […]
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