Recent Blog Posts
VA Layoffs: Are Veterans Affected?
President Donald Trump has been in office for just over a month now and he’s already caused a lot of chaos. He recently ordered layoffs to the federal government, affecting many agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA has laid off more than 1,000 new employees, sparking concerns that there… Read More »
SSDI Delays: Best And Worst States
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments are intended to be distributed equitably based on eligibility. However, it appears as though some SSDI recipients have an easier time getting their benefits than others based on location. That’s right — where you live can play a major role in how quickly your application is processed. According… Read More »
What Is The ABLE Act?
December 19 marked the 10th year of the ABLE Act. The Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was signed into law as part of the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014. It allows those with disabilities to open a tax-free savings and investment account. Investment growth under the ABLE Act… Read More »
Attacks On Service Workers
Working in customer service is not for the faint of heart. Retail clerks and fast food workers are fearing for their lives as attacks on service workers rise. And we’re not talking about verbal attacks. Yelling, screaming, and cursing at workers is nothing new for customers. Now they’re getting even more aggressive and resorting… Read More »
What Is The VA Disability 70/40 Rule?
Being disabled is rough. Getting disability benefits is even tougher. There are so many rules involved. You would think that being a veteran would make the process easier, but this is rarely the case. There is the VA Disability 70/40 Rule, which can be helpful to disabled veterans. It refers to a concept from… Read More »
Dangers Of Microstress In The Workplace
We all know about stress. Stress manifests in many ways, making you feel exhausted, anxious, uncertain, and even depressed. But what about microstress? What is it and how does it affect you? Microstress refers to small, often unnoticed stresses that accumulate throughout daily life. Unlike major life stressors such as job loss or significant… Read More »
Insurer, Contractors Allege Fake Construction Accidents
Whenever there are insurance or government payments or benefits involved, there are bound to be misinformation, lies, and scams. This is common with workers’ compensation. Many employees claim to be injured at work in order to get paid time off work. A huge fraud scheme of this nature happened in New York. A construction… Read More »
Woman Struggles With Arthritis, SSDI Denials
Unfortunately, there are many medical conditions that can be debilitating. A person who is struggling with their health may be unable to move properly or even leave their home. This is the case for a Kansas woman. The 55-year-old woman has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for most of her life — nearly 30 years…. Read More »
Additional GI Bill Benefits Possible
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced additional GI benefits for those who have served two or more periods of service. The VA updated its process for awarding GI Bill benefits, so veterans who reenlisted may be eligible for additional benefits. These benefits may apply to their family members and beneficiaries as well…. Read More »
Man Faces Sentencing In VA Benefit Fraud Scheme
Many people try to con government programs in order to receive money and other benefits. This is a common tactic but it’s against the law. It can lead to harsh punishment. A Maryland man who lied about a service-related injury fraudulently obtained more than $750,000 in disability benefits. He was recently sentenced to home… Read More »