Monthly Archives: June 2021
COVID Long-Haulers Seeking Social Security Disability Benefits
The coronavirus has hit this country hard, with 32 million cases in the United States since last year. Of those, 570,000 have died. The remainder have recovered or are still dealing with the effects of the virus. While most people recover completely from the coronavirus, many do not. COVID-19 can ravage the body in… Read More »
Firefighter Killed During Training at Academy
Many of those in specialized occupations, such as police officers and firefighters, have to complete rigorous physical training. This training can be brutal, putting employees to the test. Unfortunately, some people die during this training after suffering medical emergencies. In these cases, workers’ compensation benefits may be available. A firefighter recently died during training… Read More »
Marijuana Legalization to Change Workers’ Compensation Laws
Although marijuana use is illegal under federal law, many states have legalized the drug for recreational use. New York is the most recent state to do so. Marijuana use is controversial in the workplace, though. While there is no evidence that the drug is addictive and can lead to death, it can cause impairment,… Read More »
How an SSDI Claim Can Bar an ADA Claim
If you’re unable to work due to a disability, is that your employer’s fault? Should they be sued for laying you off? One man did so even though he was deemed totally disabled by the Social Security Administration. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim, however, barred him from filing a claim under the… Read More »