In many cases, surgeons utilize hernia mesh during hernia surgery to strengthen the area surrounding the affected organ. Although the mesh typically functions as intended, in some instances it causes serious complications. Why is hernia mesh used? Hernias occur when a...
Year: 2021
Special Focus Facilities have a record of rule violations
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, or CMS, is a federal agency which, among other things, oversees assisted living facilities which are authorized to accept patients who have Medicaid or Medicare coverage. One of CMS’s responsibilities is to make sure...
Can you get SSD benefits for an autoimmune disorder?
There are many people in the Birmingham area who have an autoimmune disorder. In general, an autoimmune disorder occurs when a person’s immune system attacks and destroys healthy body tissue by mistake. There are more than 80 types of autoimmune disorders including...
Who can be liable for nursing home abuse and neglect?
Nursing home abuse and neglect is one of the worst things that families can envision happening to their loved ones. Victims of nursing home abuse and neglect and their families should be familiar with the different parties that may be liable for nursing home abuse and...
How past work impacts a Social Security Disability claim
For Alabama residents who are suffering from an illness, condition or injury that leaves them unable to work, Social Security Disability benefits can be a fundamental necessity for their daily lives. To ensure there is a fair decision, it is imperative to provide all...
How does the FDA’s recall process work?
Like several other agencies, the United States Food & Drug Administration has a process for removing unsafe drugs and medical devices from the market after they have been approved. This process is similar in many respects to the steps other federal consumer...
How long does it take to get Social Security Disability?
When you are unable to work due to a disability, it can be difficult to support yourself. Nonetheless, the bills do not stop piling up. Because this situation can be frustrating, it is understandable if you are eager to find out when you will receive the Social...
Disability determination: what is the effect of alcohol or drugs?
The process to obtain SSDI or SSI benefits can be daunting. Many first-time applicants are denied benefits initially, only to be granted them after the denial has been appealed. In short, there are a lot of reasons why someone might not even apply for benefits to...
SSDI hearings increase the odds of receiving benefits
The Social Security Administration rejects most applications for Social Security Disability Insurance. But claimants possess appeal rights for SSDI and the other program that pays benefits to people with disabilities, Supplemental Security Income. Pursuing these...
Warning signs to look for in nursing home neglect
When a Birmingham area resident has to make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a skilled nursing facility it can be very hard on everyone. Most people will require some additional help when they get older and nursing homes and assisted living facilities...