Posts by Justin Hight
What if the Police Report is Wrong?
It happens more often than you might think. You finally get the police report regarding the motor vehicle collision in which you were involved. However, when you read the report, it is wrong! It says you hit the other driver! That isn’t right. You were the one who got hit. What do you do next? How did…
Read MoreCan You Lose Your SSDI Benefits?
When you’re disabled, it can be truly difficult to manage everyday life. If you’re lucky, though, you were able to get financial help through the Social Security Administration (SSA). It was a long, tedious road getting there and at times you thought it was never going to happen, but when you were finally approved, you…
Read MoreCould My Social Security Benefits Be Reduced?
Many Americans have multiple sources of income in today’s economy. However, some may not realize that when it comes to receiving government benefits of any kind, the smallest income they receive from a job or government source can adversely impact their ability to continue receiving those benefits. This includes receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.…
Read MoreInvisible Illnesses Can Lead to Claims of Fraud by the SSA
When you think of someone who suffers from a disability, you more than likely think of a person who has a physical limit or physical manifestation. However, it’s possible for people to suffer from a disability that might not be easy to see with the naked eye. Those who suffer from invisible disabilities will struggle…
Read MoreReasons Your Social Security Disability Benefits Might Stop
The process can certainly take a bit of time, but it’s good to know that once you’re approved for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, you’ll keep receiving them for a long time. However, there are certain situations or circumstances under which they could stop. So, whether you’ve been receiving SSDI benefits for some time already,…
Read MoreSocial Security Disability & Medicare: Your Questions Answered
We understand that the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Medicare processes can seem intimidating and complicated. You may be wondering about qualifications, conditions or benefits. So, we’ve put together a few frequently asked questions to help ease your fears. For detailed information about Social Security Disability benefits in Tennessee, check out our SSDI page.…
Read MoreRocky Law Firm Helps Hunter Garstin Get the Care He Needs After a Tragic Spinal Cord Injury
You may have heard about Hunter Garstin’s story on the news. On December 7, 2013, Hunter suffered a paralyzing spinal cord injury during a high school wrestling meet. When the high school’s insurance company denied Hunter’s claim, his mom called Rocky to step in and fight for her son. Rocky and his team worked tirelessly…
Read MoreRocky McElhaney Files 18M Lawsuit Against Trucking Company in Fatal Hickman County TDOT Crash
“My investigations reveal this is a pretty dirty trucking company,” said Rocky McElhaney, Lead Attorney and Owner at Rocky McElhaney Law Firm. On April 28, 2016, Spirit Truck Lines’ careless and rule-breaking driver senselessly took the life of 65 year-old TDOT worker David Younger, and injured three other TDOT workers. Before this incident, the Texas…
Read MoreFDA Issues Safety Announcement about Severe Side Effects of Certain Antibiotics Called Fluoroquinolones
Last November, the US Food & Drug Administration convened a panel of experts to hear evidence regarding the dangers of fluoroquinolones, a group of antibiotics. The meeting came on the heels of a safety review of the drugs, which revealed that fluoroquinolones could cause severe and potentially permanent damage to muscles, tendons, joints, nerves, and…
Read MoreCan Wearing a Seatbelt in a Car Accident Really Save My Life?
On April 9, 2016, two people were killed and five others injured in a single vehicle crash that happened around 10pm on Interstate 40 West near mile marker 238 in Lebanon, Tennessee. A Chevrolet Suburban carrying the 6 passengers along with the driver were traveling westbound when the vehicle lost control and rolled, coming to…
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