Key Points of This Article: In addition to telephone hearings, the Social Security Administration will begin to offer online video hearings, starting in the fall of 2020. This new free service will allow applicants and their representatives to participate in a hearing from anywhere they have access to a camera-enabled smartphone, tablet, or computer. A... read more
How Do We Prep Our Clients for their Social Security Disability Hearing? It is no doubt that many people may feel nervous and anxious before a Social Security Disability hearing. This is especially true for anyone who is new to the process or is going through the courts alone, without legal representation. We have pulled... read more
Key Points of This Article: It’s not uncommon for SSD or SSDI claims to get denied. If your claim is denied, it does not necessarily mean that you do not qualify. If you are denied, a Social Security Disability lawyer can help guide you through the appeals process to get your claim approved. I was... read more
Key Points of This Article: A disability lawyer can assist you throughout the entire SSD/SSDI claims process. Most importantly, your lawyer will be able to help you provide compelling medical evidence. Most disability lawyers work on a contingency fee basis and only get paid if they win your case. A lawyer for disability can help... read more
If you’ve ever researched proper precautions after being in a car accident, or anything else pertaining to car accident recovery, you’ve probably discovered that seeking medical attention as soon as possible should be your top priority. Tending to visible injuries is important, and the quicker you receive treatment, the quicker your recovery is likely to... read more
Key Points of This Article: Catastrophic injuries are devastating and leave the victim permanently impaired. Traumatic brain injuries are common types of catastrophic injuries. In Kentucky, you can file a lawsuit if an injury is catastrophic. Catastrophic injuries are often devastating and can permanently alter a person’s life, such as loss of hearing or eyesight,... read more
Webster County Personal Injury and SSD Lawyers Rhoads & Rhoads has offices in Madisonville and Owensboro, and focuses primarily on representing injured and disabled clients in personal injury actions, workers’ compensation, and social security disability cases. Rhoads & Rhoads attorneys have had a presence in Webster County for over 45 years, and have represented hundreds... read more
Hopkins County Rhoads & Rhoads has offices in Madisonville and Owensboro, and focuses primarily on representing injured and disabled clients in personal injury actions, workers’ compensation, and social security disability cases. For over 45 years, the Rhoads attorneys have had a great deal of success in handling injury and disability cases in Hopkins County. We... read more
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Butler County “I just wanted to publicly express my appreciation for this firm and Chris Rhoads in particular. After Elijah’s accident we had so many questions and concerns. I was hesitant to think we needed an attorney but could not be more pleased and grateful for the services Chris provided.... read more
What is Workers’ Compensation? In Kentucky, workers’ compensation provides injured workers with compensation for medical costs, temporary disability, or permanent disability. Kentucky State law requires all employers who have at least one part-time employee to have workers’ compensation insurance or become self-insured. Workers’ compensation covers physical injuries and occupational diseases brought about by work activities.... read more
