Nancy Cavey

Nancy Cavey (born September 21, 1955) is an attorney/author from St. Petersburg, Florida. A long time activist for people suffering from disabilities she has written many books aiming to help people become more aware of their legal rights and options. Cavey practices Long Term Disability, Social Security Disability, and Bankruptcy Law.
Early life and education
Cavey was born in Baltimore, Maryland and raised in Edgewood, Maryland. Her parents ran an insurance brokerage business in Baltimore, Maryland originally founded by her grandfather. In 1976 she graduated from Hamline University obtaining her B.A. with highest honors with distinction in American Studies; In 1980 she graduated with honors from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota with her Juris Doctor.
Publications
She has published several books in an effort to raise awareness of people's legal rights. She has written "Florida's First Responder Heart/Lung Benefits: What You Need to Know", "Your Right to Social Security Disability Benefits", "Robbed of Your Peace of Mind?", "The Key to Hiring A Great Attorney", "The Smart Long Term Disability Consumer Guide for Preparing for Your Statement and Field Visit", and "The Essential Guide to Bankruptcy for Consumers in Florida" to help those seeking legal advice make a more informed decision. All of her books are provided free as a service to the community.
Community work
Cavey has helped to found and maintain the Tampa Bay Chapter of the 440 Scholarship Fund which awards college scholarships to the children of injured employees, serving on the Board of Directors for both the Tampa Bay Chapter and the Chapter 440 Scholarship fund. She has also served as the chair-elect of the executive council of the Workers' Compensation section of the Florida Bar Association . She is a member of the American Lawyers Academy (ALA) which specializes in recognizing attorney excellence in the United States.
In the summer of 2011 Cavey was awarded the Kentucky Colonel Award by Steve Beshear. The Kentucky Colonel is the Greatest title of honor that can be bestowed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

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