Monthly Archives: December 2025
Are Injured Volunteers Covered By Workers’ Comp?
Volunteering for a cause or organization that you truly care about can be fulfilling. It can be nice to help someone in need but what happens when injury strikes while you are volunteering? Paid employees are usually covered under New York’s workers’ compensation laws, but what about volunteers? Many public and non-profit organizations rely… Read More »
VA Employee Accused Of Improperly Approving $2 Million In Claims
As a disabled veteran, you have probably had a tough time getting approved for benefits. You have probably wished the process was much easier. What if someone could just approve every claim that came in. That is actually what one Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) worker did. For several years, a senior veterans service… Read More »
Study Shows Service Dogs Help Reduce Stress, Aging In Women Veterans
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common issue among those who have served in war and fought for our country. Dealing with this mental health issue is not an easy task, and it often takes its toll on veterans. However, the results of a recent study may be helpful, especially for women veterans. The… Read More »
Trump Considers Cutting SSDI Benefits
We are currently living in tough financial times and the president may be making things even worse soon, especially for a vulnerable segment of the population. The Trump administration is reportedly considering cutting disability benefits for low-income and older Americans by as much as 20%. This proposal could impact hundreds of thousands of people… Read More »