A Honduras man sought asylum after facing persecution in his home country because of his disabilities and deformities. The American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU, of Louisiana reported that the man was granted parole after release from detention. Immigration authorities coordinated his detention release and negotiated a sponsor in New Jersey. The man first entered detainment […]
Pothole Poses Risk for Wheelchair New Orleans Residents
New Orleans streets are notorious for being filled with jazz, people walking and taking in the atmosphere, and unfortunately, potholes. On December 25th, a disabled woman fell into a water-filled pothole while in her wheelchair. The wheelchair tipped over, and the woman in her 70s required emergency medical attention. The Christmas day mishap went over […]
New Year Starts With Boil Water Advisory for New Orleans
Not just for those with disabilities or illnesses, the entire western bank of New Orleans is being advised to boil their water for all purposes. The New Orleans Sewage and Water Board or SWBNO is telling all residents to boil water before using it for drinking, cooking, cleaning, or even for brushing your teeth. However, […]
Am I Eligible for VA Disability Back Pay?
Disabled veterans are well aware that it can take months or even years before they receive benefits. Once a veteran is awarded, he or she can begin collecting compensation payments. But what about all the time before the veteran started receiving benefits? Fortunately, the VA is required to pay VA disability back pay. A Mobile, […]
Getting Assistance With the Social Security Disability Application Process
If you’re unable to work due to a medical condition, you may qualify for disability through the Social Security Administration. Disability benefits provide a crucial line of support to many individuals and their families. But many people who are eligible for disability find the task of applying to be difficult. There is a lot of […]
Atlanta-Based Developers Release Yelp! For Disabled People
As of 2020, the ADA or American’s with Disabilities Act will hit its 30th year in effect. Unfortunately, even over the course of 30 years, there are numerous buildings throughout many metropolitans, cities, and rural areas that don’t meet disabled standards. Building standards are part of an overarching planning issue that building contractors, city officials, […]
Disabled Young Man Abandoned at Grady Hospital
Without a doubt, mothers, caretakers, and close family members struggle to help the ones they love with disabilities. But, there are a few instances when someone abandons a disabled family member. On December 4th, a woman was seen entering Grady Hospital with a young man and then left him there. Surveillance footage caught the woman […]
Adding a Dependent to Your Veterans Disability Benefits
Disabled veterans who have dependents may be able to add those individuals to their benefits compensation. Veterans may be eligible for additional disability compensation if they have a qualified dependent. If you have questions about your dependents, you need a Mobile, AL veterans disability benefits attorney. The VA considers several people to be dependents of […]
Woman Leaves Her Visually Impaired Mother in Car at Atlanta Airport
On November 20th, a woman later identified s Miranda Sherelle Holt, was officially charged with leaving her disabled mother in a vehicle in a rental car return area. Holt was arrested later after a witness stepped forward. The Atlanta Police responded to the Airport’s 2300 block off of Rental Car Center Parkway around 10 p.m. […]
Compensation for Veterans Exposed to Hazardous Materials
The VA is aware that contact with certain hazardous substances during military service cause illnesses and conditions requiring treatment. Veterans who have been exposed to hazardous materials and chemicals could be eligible for compensation. A Mobile, AL veterans disability benefits lawyer can discuss your legal rights and help you receive the payments you need. Exposure […]
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