Sudden Impact: The Extraordinary Journey of One Man's Personal Experiences When He Suddenly Becomes Disabled

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Summary: Winning in a Tough System
Review: As a lawyer and commentator on these kinds of issues, I was touched by Ms. Freemer's account of the ordeal her husband had to go through. In 1915 we created a system (workers' comp) to help those injured at work without regard to liability or fault. It was DESIGNED to get around the mess of blame and wrongdoing and take care of people. Clearly, as Mr. Freemer's journey depicts, that is not the case.

Clearly written and inspiring, thank you Mrs. Freemer for documenting one person's experience with the system-- and helping those people who otherwise would have to go through the same disappointments if not for your help.

Christopher Naughton, Esq.
Host, Law Journal Television

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Summary: Handbook for someone dealing with SSD and W. Comp.
Review: I read the other reviews but I feel that it needs to be reviewed by a different perspective. I work in the business of securing SSD/SSI benfits for claimants. This book explains how SSD and Workmen's Compensation actually fit together. We hear all the time from injured workers that they were never told they could apply for SSD benefits, in this day and age this should not be happening. You need to explore every avenue open to you regarding benefits, this book gives you the blueprints, so to speak, to do this. In using this book it will show you how to navigate thru the system. No one said it would be easy but you can find comfort in realizing someone is watching your back. Every girl in our office has one...................I would like to hear from some of the other firms in the Bucks County area that handle SSD/SSI and Workmen's Compensation claims. What do you think??????

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Summary: Compassionate Read
Review: It was heartwarming to read how Ms. Freemer stood by her husband at a very difficult time for him and in their lives. Would be a helpful read for any one who is also disabled to read about another experiencing the hassles of trying to simply get his life in order and to stay afloat financially, etc. Sad to know how unsupportive our culture can be of those who are down and out, but hopeful that one can gain a sense of forward and positive thinking.

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Summary: A Compassionate Read
Review: It was touching to read how Ms. Freemer stood by her husband during a very difficult time in his and their lives. Also interesting to read about all the hassles that happen to a disabled person as he struggles to gain some order in his life. I think it would help any person facing such struggles to find affirmation from another experiencing similar things. Sad to read about how unsupportive our culture can be to one who is honestly disabled, but hopeful that a person can think positively, move forward and approach life anew.

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Summary: Compelling
Review: This book is a great support to anyone experiencing a from a sudden, unexpected disability. It is a real life story that gives great information and much support to anyone going through the same journey.