Our firm, Goodman Acker P.C., is excited to announce our very own Attorney Acker has been recognized by his peers to be featured in the 24th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Attorney Acker has been selected for this incredible accomplishment for his work in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. Our team of knowledgeable personal […]
Injuries due to the negligence or recklessness of someone else can result in long-term, expensive medical treatment. Pursuing compensation is often the only way to obtain the necessary financial relief for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses related to the injury. While many people just want to focus on getting well, they may wonder […]
If you are considering marriage, there are several things you need to consider. Marriage, or remarriage, could influence your ability to continue receiving Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits. Depending on the situation, your SSDI eligibility may be terminated. Here’s what you need to know: How Marriage May Affect Your SSDI Eligibility If you are […]
Our firm, Goodman Acker P.C., is thrilled to announce our very own Attorney Barry Goodman has been selected to the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s “Nation’s Top One Percent” award. The organization is devoted to encouraging the highest standards of legal excellence, making it an incredible accomplishment for any legal professional to be awarded with […]
While Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) recipients can get Medicare coverage, they are not able to receive Medicaid coverage. Only people with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are eligible for Medicaid. In the state of Michigan, if you receive SSI benefits, you will automatically be enrolled in Medicaid coverage. What Is Medicaid? Medicaid is a […]
If you are receiving SSDI payments, can you still get Medicare benefits? The answer is yes. However, there is a waiting period involved that may hinder your ability to obtain Medicare payments right away. You must wait 2 years (24 months) to receive Medicare after becoming entitled to SSDI benefits. In reality, you may have […]
When it’s time for our children to go back to school, it comes as no surprise we worry about their health and safety, as they are no longer under our care. What’s even more concerning is the pick-up and drop-off process, as school zones are some of the busiest and most hectic streets in town. […]
Preventable birth injures resulting from the negligence of doctors, nurses, or other health care providers can have devastating and, in some cases, life-altering consequences. In addition to profound and emotional losses, many victims and families can find themselves facing exorbitant costs related to the medical care and future needs their child will require as they […]
Handing over the keys to a newly licensed driver can be a nerve-wracking experience – and for good reason. Statistics show that car accidents are a leading cause of preventable injuries among young Americans. While this may be due in part to teens and young adults being more inclined to take risks, a great deal of it […]
If you have been involved in a car accident, a question that may be running through your mind is whether or not car accident settlements are public record. The answer, generally speaking, is no. In rare exceptions, a judge may unseal or open a confidential settlement, but the confidentiality of a settlement is normally agreed upon […]
