Last updated February 24, 2021 – The VA states they have temporarily closed all of their 56 regional offices for in-person visits due to COVID-19. However, veterans and their families can still file claims for VA benefits online, by mail, or by fax. The VA is still processing veterans’ claims for benefits. Reference: Department of Veterans Affairs, https://www.va.gov/coronavirus-veteran-frequently-asked-questions/
Continue ReadingWhen you move a loved one to a nursing home, you expect the nursing home will treat them with the respect and professionalism they deserve. However, nursing home abuse and neglect are problems plaguing facilities across the country. Do you know what to do if you suspect abuse in a nursing home? Taking the proper steps can help keep...
Continue ReadingSeptember 16, 2020 — More than 200 people joined to file a Zantac class-action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The plaintiffs brought the action on behalf of themselves and all other similarly situated residents of the U.S. or its territories who purchased and/or used Zantac for personal use. According to the complaint, Zantac...
Continue ReadingJanuary 9, 2020- Emery Pharma says that recent tests indicate that levels of NDMA – a known carcinogen – in Zantac can increase during storage, especially if the drug is exposed to high heat and even while it remains in the package. The researchers found that stored Zantac medication exposed to high heat can produce unacceptably high levels of NDMA...
Continue ReadingDid you know that most people find getting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to be quite the challenge? Well, it’s no secret to our legal team, because we handle SSDI cases everyday. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies almost everyone the first time they apply. So, don’t feel too disheartened if the SSA sends back your first claim...
Continue ReadingAre you contemplating applying for social security disability? There is a myriad of conditions that could potentially qualify you for disability, including the following: back conditions, speech issues, vision or hearing loss, asthma, and more. At Gerling Law, we are here to help assist you with the process. After all, you have been through a lot, and this entire...
Continue ReadingWhile the following story is a couple of months old, the circumstances of the car accident in question still make for an important post. The wreck in question occurred back in June in Indianapolis, with at least seven vehicles being involved. Around 10:45 p.m. the seven vehicles converged on west 73rd Street near Spring Mill road. Eight people suffered...
Continue ReadingDriving has long been the number one mode of transport in the US. Thousands of drivers are making their way in and out of Ownesboro, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Evansville every day. With thousands of drivers on the road at any given time, accidents are bound to happen. But what situations lead to more accidents than others? It’s important to...
Continue ReadingWith hundreds of law firms to choose from, it can be daunting attempting to find one that works for you. Considering you’re must likely dealing with a time-sensitive issue, you’ll need to swiftly find a lawyer that you know will be an appropriate fit for you. Here are some tips you should look out for when you’re shopping...
Continue ReadingDid you grow up thinking that doctors are all knowing? Many of us were. If a person spends the time to get the education and earns a license to practice medicine, there’s a presumption they are smarter than the average person is when it comes to health care. That may be a safe assumption to make in most instances,...
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