Avard Law Blog
SSA’s Five-Year Past Work Rule: What Changed for SSDI
Social Security now generally considers only five years of past work when deciding whether you can return to a former [...]
VA Type 2 Diabetes Claims After Agent Orange Exposure
Type 2 diabetes can qualify for VA disability compensation when your military service meets Agent Orange exposure rules. For eligible [...]
Florida Birth Injury Claims After a Delayed C-Section
Florida birth injury claims after a delayed emergency C-section require proof that negligent care caused preventable harm. A long wait, [...]
Florida Workers’ Comp for Employer-Sponsored Event Injuries
Florida workers' comp may cover an injury at a company event, but employer sponsorship alone doesn't establish coverage. For recreational [...]
Florida Police Pursuit Claims for Injured Bystanders
Injured bystanders can pursue compensation after a Florida police chase, but responsibility depends on who caused the crash and which [...]
Florida Daycare Injury Claims After a Child Wanders
You may have a Florida daycare injury claim if inadequate supervision allowed your child to wander away and suffer harm. [...]
Korean DMZ Agent Orange Claims: Proving Service Dates
Korean DMZ Agent Orange claims can qualify under a statutory service period of September 1, 1967, through August 31, 1971. [...]
Florida Workers’ Comp Depositions: What to Expect
A Florida workers' comp deposition is sworn testimony about your injury, treatment, work history, and claimed benefits. An attorney asks [...]
Florida Malpractice Claims After a Missed Stroke in the ER
A missed stroke in a Florida emergency room can support a malpractice claim when negligent care causes additional harm. The [...]
Florida SSDI Processing Times in 2026 by Stage
Florida SSDI processing times depend on your claim's stage, the evidence SSA needs, and the workload of the office handling [...]