Helping People With Disabilities Nationwide
An injury at work raises immediate questions about medical care. One of the questions that often comes up is: Do you get to pick your own doctor? Learning about what your options are might make a difference in the type of care you receive. When your employer might...
Turning 50 is often a milestone for your career and family, but if a health condition keeps you from working, it becomes a major legal milestone as well. For many workers, this age represents a shift in how the Social Security Administration, or SSA, evaluates your...
By far, the most common question I get as a disability attorney is whether you’re allowed to work, and how much you can work after filing for disability. And like many legal questions, that’s a tricky one. The short answer is that Social Security looks at whether...
The last few months had disability attorneys on edge that the Trump administration was going to institute rule changes that would have made it significantly more difficult for many people to get approved for disability – and potentially stop benefits for thousands...
Modular construction offers speed and efficiency, but it also brings unique safety risks. Large prefabricated pieces arrive ready to assemble, which reduces time on-site but creates challenges that can put workers at risk. Understanding these dangers helps highlight...
You may move through each shift with steady physical tasks. Each lift or twist can place pressure on your back, shoulders or knees. A sudden pull or a slow buildup may interrupt your routine and create questions about your limits. You may look for clear guidance...
As we near the end of the year, the Social Security Administration has announced its annual cost living adjustment numbers, though this year’s increase is likely not as high as most disabled people would like. For 2026, individuals receiving disability or retirement...
A recent piece from ProPublica has detailed more of the changes the Trump administration is reportedly planning for the disability program. The biggest change on the horizon appears to be the elimination of the so-called “grid rules” that make it easier for claimants...
Do your wrists ache after a long day of typing away at your computer? Do you feel constant pain in your lower back when you sit at your cubicle desk all day long? These aren’t just minor discomforts you should ignore. In fact, many office workers in Minnesota face...
The Washington Post is reporting on a plan by the Trump administration that could make it much harder for older Americans to be approved for disability, and potentially take away benefits from millions already approved. One of the most important parts of disability...
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