You probably know that you can suffer a head injury if you fall, but did you realize that a fall on the same level can be just as dangerous as a fall from a height? If you fall because of tripping or slipping, you could injure yourself just as badly as if you fell...
Workers’ compensation rates to drop in Florida in 2021
News that workers' compensation rates may go down for employers may not seem important for workers, but the reality is that this is an excellent sign. It could mean that there are fewer claims being made and that Florida is becoming a safer place for workers.When...
Are most car accidents preventable?
A car accident can change your life instantly. One moment you may be driving down the road, and the next moment, you may find yourself with serious injuries, medical bills, property damage and other complications. It is not always easy to identify why an accident...
Thousands die waiting for Social Security Disability decisions
People who file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are unable to work to earn money, so they seek the benefits from a program that they paid in to while they did work. Sadly, some applicants never see a penny of that money because they pass away while...
What are common compartment syndrome limitations?
Compartment syndrome is a very debilitating medical condition and can either be chronic or acute. While the circumstances that bring about this diagnosis may vary, the symptoms can adversely impact a person's quality of life.Chronic compartment syndrome is most common...
Seeking a reconsideration of your disability claim
If you're unable to work due to a disabling medical condition, you understand why it's important to have financial support. This is why you applied for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration, and it's devastating when you don't get the support...
Your attorney will fight for your Social Security benefits
Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are important for those who have been hurt and who now live with a disability. When you cannot work to support yourself, you rely on benefits programs like this.Many people believe that qualifying for SSD should be easy if...
2 injured when driver collides with highway patrol vehicle
It's an unfortunate truth that some drivers are reckless on the roads. They put themselves and others in danger by failing to pay attention, speeding, driving through red lights and committing other errors.Mistakes can be particularly hazardous at intersections, like...
Broward Sheriff: Angry passengers attacked airline employees
There's no doubt that air travel is stressful. Canceled and delayed flights, crowded cabins, people trying to fit large bags in to the overhead bins, crying babies and more can pit passengers against one another and often against airline employees.Last month, three...
A brain hemorrhage requires treatment to prevent more damage
You were working as a reporter when you went into a hazardous situation to start a live feed. You were on camera when a pole that was beside you blew over. Within seconds, you were hit, and you had a gash on your head.Initially, you thought you were okay. You finished...