The Social Security Administration (SSA) receives payroll contributions from employers, employees and independent contractors across the country. Those contributions help fund several important benefit programs, which the SSA also administers. Once workers are old...
People who are injured or sick might realize that they need to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The process of getting approved for these is typically a long one. You may be denied benefits and have to appeal. For some, having to wait for...
If you are arrested and charged with a crime, the good news is you may never have to remain in jail for the entire period of your trial. If you qualify for bail, you may be released on certain conditions. When you post bail with the court, you will be set free while...
People in West Michigan and the greater Grand Rapids area may develop debilitating medical conditions because of work, genetics or an unexpected accident. Whether you suffered a severe injury in a car crash or develop a very aggressive form of cancer, you may no...
Boaters take to the thousands of lakes and other waters of Michigan for fun and relaxation in droves every summer. Michigan is among the states with the largest number of registered boats in the country. As enjoyable as it can be, boating is serious business. As with...
People who are interacting with police officers may wonder what the officer is allowed to do. While they have a fairly large berth for what they’re allowed to do while they’re working, there are some limitations. Understanding some of these points can help you to know...
Michigan first legalized medical marijuana and then took the plunge and legalized recreational marijuana for adults 21 years of age or older. These days, there are dispensaries all over the greater Grand Rapids area where you can walk in and buy a massive assortment...
In the past few years, low-carb diets have become extremely popular. They provide several health benefits, including blood sugar management and weight loss. Unfortunately, if you’re suspected of OWI in Michigan, your healthy eating lifestyle may produce false results...
Did you know that the Social Security Blue Book doesn’t specifically list migraines? There are other neurological disorders like seizures listed, but migraines just aren’t there. For many people, this signals that the Social Security Administration doesn’t consider...
When an officer pulls you over because he suspects that you are drunk driving, he may ask you to perform several field sobriety tests. In addition to the one-leg stand test and the walk-and-turn test, he will ask you to perform a horizontal gaze nystagmus test....
