Category Archives: General
Female Workers With Female Doctors Fare Better In Workers’ Compensation Cases
When it comes to getting approved for workers’ compensation benefits, should gender be an issue? Apparently it is, according to a study conducted by economic researchers. The gender of an injured employee’s doctor can be instrumental in getting them approved for benefits, particularly if the victim is female. The study focused on dispute resolution… Read More »
How to Avoid Workers’ Compensation Claims With Remote Workers
The workplace has seen many changes this year. With COVID-19 claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of Americans, companies are having to adapt to a remote workforce. It’s no longer deemed safe for employees to come to work, so they are completing their tasks from home. The remote workforce has tripled this year…. Read More »
Labor Groups Calling for COVID-19 Workers’ Compensation Benefits
New York has been hit hard by the coronavirus. Dubbed the epicenter of the outbreak, the state has seen more than 270,000 cases of the disease so far. More than 16,000 people have died. Most of the cases are in heavily populated New York City. New York is a scary place for healthcare staff… Read More »
Social Security Disability Benefits Limited for Non-English Speakers
Anyone who has applied for government benefits knows that the process isn’t easy. There is so much paperwork involved and so many requirements to meet. In fact, most people get denied the first time. Some give up and lose everything they have. Others keep trying and may try to appeal. Some eventually win, but… Read More »
Get the Most Money From Social Security Disability
A disability can affect someone at any age. While injuries and medical issues are more likely to occur as someone gets older, even younger adults in their 20s and 30s can suffer life-changing disabilities. In fact, 25% of adult Americans suffer from some sort of disability. While some people can continue to work and… Read More »
Will My Disability Qualify?
Social Security Disability (SSD) can be a life-altering, or even life-saving, tool for many people and their families. If you have become disabled recently, or have been living with a disability for a long time, you may find considerable financial relief in pursuing SSD benefits. However, not all impairments fall under the Social Security… Read More »