Construction sites are high-risk zones for occupational injuries, and incidents like a broken wrist can have significant repercussions for workers. Understanding the basic legal rights after an on-the-job injury can empower affected individuals during their recovery...
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4 facts to know about traumatic brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can occur in a variety of situations, including slip-all-fall incidents. For those who suffer from traumatic brain injuries, there is often a long road to recovery. Understanding the basics of these injuries may help victims and their loved...
Does New York workers’ comp cover pre-existing conditions?
Some medical conditions cause challenges years after someone's initial injury. Pre-existing medical conditions often cause financial complications for individuals in need of medical treatment through their health insurance or other benefits. People often assume that...
What happens if you request a Social Security Disability hearing?
Filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) isn’t an easy process, and initial denials are very common. Unfortunately, reconsideration requests may not be any more successful. This forces a lot of deserving claimants to request a hearing so that they can...
3 hazards nurses face on each shift
People in the nursing field know that they will have to work hard on each shift. They understand that caring for patients is taxing on the body. Most will also assume that the medical facility they work for will provide them with a safe work environment. Some hazards...
Motorcycle accidents are vastly more dangerous
It's not always clear exactly how dangerous motorcycle accidents are, at least when compared to other car accidents. For instance, there are roughly 40,000 fatal accidents every year, but only a few thousand of them involve motorcycles. Some people read these...
How do I know if I qualify for Social Security Disability?
If you’re injured and cannot work, one of the options may be to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Not everyone will qualify for Social Security, so it’s important that you do have an opportunity to review the qualifications before you apply and determine...
How disability claims are different for long-term manual laborers
Making a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be a stressful process. You have to gather evidence, complete an application and potentially appeal. It could take months to get the benefits you need, and even a small mistake can delay the...
A TBI really can cause long-term personality changes
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury when you get involved in a workplace accident or car accident, you may see significant recovery in the days and weeks to come. For instance, things like nausea and memory loss are common at the beginning, but you may feel fine...
Who pays for your medical bills if you get hurt as a cyclist?
As a cyclist, you have a lot more freedom and mobility than people in enclosed vehicles. You can just exit a traffic jam if you ever find yourself caught in one, for example. Your costs are also lower for your preferred mode of transportation. You don't have to pay to...