Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income can both be fantastic ways to support yourself if you're living with a disability. Social Security Disability Insurance covers you if you've become disabled after you worked long enough and paid enough in...
If you’re injured on the job, you deserve to make a claim
As a worker who regularly goes to different sites to do your job, you're always meeting new people and doing interesting tasks. Unfortunately, this exposure can mean that you are put in harm's way often. From potential crashes while driving to a job site to the risk...
Windy outside? Keep these tips in mind
If you're working in poor weather, there is a risk that you could suffer an injury. One of the things you need to watch out for is wind.Wind might not seem like it's particularly dangerous, but it definitely can cause some problems for workers. It can cause ladders to...
Know what to expect at your disability hearing
If you applied for disability benefits, it is because you are not able to earn a gainful living due to a mental or physical disability. You need these benefits to support yourself and pay for things you need, and it can be devastating when your claim comes back...
3 hurt in crash involving red car, police cruiser
When you hear sirens, it's important for you to pull over or get out of the way of the emergency vehicle headed your way. In some cases, emergency vehicles don't put on their sirens to avoid being detected, such as when police officers respond to a sensitive call. The...
1 dies in 3-story fall from scissor lift in Sanford
Falls are a leading cause of injuries and death for construction workers. Since that's such a major risk, all construction workers and employers should be well aware of the safety procedures that have to take place to prevent them. Unfortunately, even with all the...
Get the right information together before applying for SSDI
Not everyone who has a disability can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). It's only those who are unable to work or have any truly gainful activity who can apply for and be awarded Social Security Disability (SSD).The Social Security...
Workers see large risk in construction deaths in Florida
Florida is going through a building boom right now. As a result, there are plenty of construction teams working together to build hotels, homes and more around the state. This is wonderful for the creation of jobs, but it does mean that fatalities can become more...
Caring for a loved one with a complete spinal cord injury
The accident that left your loved one paralyzed from a spinal cord injury changed your life as well. Whether your loved one is a spouse, a child or some other relation, your commitment to that person means you are committed to his or her care. You have no choice but...
Recognize heatstroke and save a life
Workers' compensation is an excellent tool for protecting workers who are hurt on the job. Whether it's someone working for a company like Disney or an individual working for a construction team, the majority of workers should have access to workers' compensation in...







