Monthly Archives: November 2017
Is My Employer Required To Have Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
If you are injured at work, you may assume that your injuries will be covered under workers’ compensation. While many injured workers do receive workers’ compensation benefits, not all employers have to have insurance. Each state is different, and there are some exceptions in New York. If an employer is required to have workers’… Read More »
What Veterans Should Know About The “Forever GI” Bill
In the past, student veterans had only 15 years to take advantage of their educational benefits through the GI Bill. Thanks to an expanded version of this bill—called the Forever GI Bill—veterans can take as long as they want to complete their educational endeavors. Specifically, the bill—which President Donald Trump signed in early August… Read More »
Appealing A Social Security Disability? Be Prepared To Wait
If you are disabled and qualify for Social Security Disability, it may take a while for you to start receiving payments. This is especially true if your claim has been denied and you are filing an appeal. While it takes just under an hour to submit an appeal online, scheduling a hearing can take… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation Fraud: Learn From The Mistakes Of Others
Most people who apply for workers’ compensation benefits were injured on the job and truly need the money to pay for medical bills, lost wages and other damages. However, there are some people who try to take advantage of the system and claim they were injured so they can go on vacation, open a… Read More »