In our previous post, we discussed how a new law here in Tennessee lowered the amount of the felony expunction fee from a staggering $350, the third highest in the nation, to a more manageable $180. In recognition of the fact that this discussion may have left people with questions about how the expungement works
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State lawmakers lower felony expunction fee
The unfortunate reality for many men and women released from prison is that despite paying their debt to society and their commitment to getting their lives back on track, the road ahead does not always prove to be particularly easy or even particularly fair. This is perhaps no more apparent than when they seek to
Read MoreCould someone file a claim of bankruptcy fraud against you?
Though you may believe that an act you carry out has no criminal implications, someone could potentially try to make a harmless situation more difficult for you. For instance, if you struggle with considerable debt and file for bankruptcy, another person could possible attempt to have you investigated for bankruptcy fraud. This type of fraud
Read MoreWhat happens when the SSA requests a special medical examination? — II
Last time, we began discussing how even though the lengthy wait for Social Security disability benefits can prove frustrating given the gravity of an underlying medical condition, applicants must nevertheless be patient and also be prepared for what might seem like administrative obstacles. To that end, we started exploring the special medical examination, which can
Read MoreWhat happens when the SSA requests a special medical examination?
As we’ve made clear in previous posts, anyone seeking to secure Social Security disability benefits should know from the outset that they could be in for a long wait, as the process can take months or even years. Given this reality, it’s understandable how an applicant who recently completed the lengthy — and arduous —
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