Workplace accidents result in many of the injuries people deal with today. In fact, a great proportion of disabilities in the United States are a result of workplace accidents or an individual's work. Workers who are injured on the job know that they can seek out...
SSD – Social Security Disability Benefits For Injuries
The Social Security Administration and limits on benefit payouts
When you're placed on Social Security Disability for an injury, you deserve to be treated fairly and receive the benefits you need. One thing some people don't realize is that if you heal or are somehow able to work despite a disability, you could have the benefits...
Can weight-loss surgery help Type 2 diabetes?
Diabetes is a major cause of disability and death in the United States. The disease affects nearly 26 million Americans, and is a leading cause of stroke, kidney failure, eye problems, heart disease and other medical problems. Both diabetes itself and its associated...
How long will I receive Social Security Disability benefits?
Obtaining Social Security Disability benefits can be challenging. The federal disability benefits program has strict qualification standards, and many applications are initially denied, requiring appeals for people who are unable to work due to disability to obtain...
Can Shoveling Snow Lead to Brain Injury? It Happens
According to Dr. Andrew Kiragu, chair of the board for the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota, the leading cause of decreased quality of life is brain injury. And in Minnesota (and likely many other states with heavy snowfall and cold weather conditions), many...
Injured At Work?
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