Sheriff’s office: Athens woman uses social media while brandishing gun

With two young children in her car, an Athens woman recorded herself on social media brandishing a gun and making threats as she followed another woman Sunday, according to the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office.Brooke M. Tapscott, 24, was booked into the Sangamon County Jail on possible charges of unlawful possession of a weapon, aggravated assault and possession of a controlled substance.The latter charge was because deputies discovered a pill bottle that Tapscott did not have a

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Perfect example of what not to do.

Whether you have a criminal case, work injury, motor vehicle injury case, or social security disability claim make sure that you do not do stupid things on social media. This can and will be used against you to attack your claim. The result will be dismissal of your case or seriously diminished damages as a result.

Social Security disability backlog tops 1 million; thousands die on waitlist – The Denver Post

More than 1 million Americans await a hearing to see whether they qualify for disability benefits from Social Security, with the average wait nearly two years — longer than some of them will …

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Horrible situation. It is overwhelming to have to wait for over 2 years to get a decision in your disability case. If you cannot work, then what are you supposed to do?

Highlights of Illinois Townships Meeting Re SSI and Social Security Disability.

It was fun speaking today in Bloomington, Illinois to Illinois township caseworkers and officials.

The focus was on what Social Security is looking for in determining whether a person is disabled.

Some of the highlights:

Make sure to have copies of selected records sent in with your application.

For instance, xray or MRI reports; prescriptions for canes or walkers; disability placard forms for parking places; or doctor letters explaining the severity of your condition.

Keep track of all your medical providers.

Keep a journal of your symptoms and limitations.

Keep your caseworker and attorney updated on what is happening with your medical conditions and treatment.

Recent changes in SSI and Social Security Disability rules make it important to get a lawyer so that you can submit all your important records in a timely fashion, and to build a strong case from the beginning.

Questions about your disability case? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability and SSI Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

 

Study of Homeless Finds Women at Disadvantage for Accessing Disability Benefits | NC State News | NC State University

Source: Study of Homeless Finds Women at Disadvantage for Accessing Disability Benefits | NC State News | NC State University

Makes sense that access to medical treatment and the applicable records help with the case because Social Security Disability is all about proving your medical condition keeps you from working.

 

12 Facts the Social Security Administration Wants You to Know

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Important point is the 90 percent of workers are entitled to Social Security Disability. Make sure to file for benefits if you can no longer work.