We all dream about not having to work one day, but have you ever thought about what would happen if you got sick or hurt and could not work? It is something that happens to more people than you might think. And it can happen at any age. That is why there are programs...
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Does my burn injury qualify me for SSD benefits?
Countless workers in various industries face risks of suffering work-related injuries or disabilities. Specific occupations deal with heat and equipment that involve fire, posing the risks of mild to severe burns. Specific burn injuries could cause impairments, but...
What if my employer fails to report my injury?
Workers need to report job-related injuries to their employer, who will then report the incident to their insurance provider. Injured employees may have difficulty securing appropriate compensation when employers fail to accomplish this task. Furthermore, they might...
How does an examiner verify a toxic exposure claim?
Toxic exposure is a severe problem that could lead to serious ailments that require extensive medical care. Workers in specific industries are more prone to contracting dangerous substances despite enforcing essential safety standards. Fortunately, workers'...
Understanding Social Security’s compassionate allowances
Navigating the complex world of Social Security can be daunting, especially when you or a loved one suffers from a serious medical condition. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration recognizes the urgency of providing benefits to those with severe disabilities...
Navigating workers’ compensation as an injured farmer
Despite the vital role they play in our economy, farm laborers often face difficult working conditions. Due to the physical demands of their work, they are almost always at risk for various injuries and illnesses. What is especially sad about this is when they suffer...
Why is insurance denying my workers’ compensation claim?
Workers’ compensation allows employees to claim compensation for any medical and treatment costs they might incur following a workplace injury. But as helpful as workers’ compensation is, the truth is that not all claims get the green light. Why was your claim denied?...
When are healthcare professionals eligible for workers’ compensation?
The healthcare industry has its share of safety risks. Workers in healthcare are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for workplace injuries like any other workers. In fact, there are some common injuries that healthcare workers sustain and file workers’...
Can you get workers’ compensation for out-of-office injuries?
It is common knowledge that the state requires your employer to pay for workers' compensation benefits if you sustain injuries in the office because of work. But what happens if you sustain an injury while working from home or outside the office? You should still be...
Safety tips for factory workers
Occupational injuries are more common in factories because of the nature of their job. They are required to exert more physical effort and operate heavy machinery. The state of California requires every employer to create an Injury and Illness Prevention Program...