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NY Workers’ Compensation Board Bans Spinal Surgeon
A New York court has upheld a decision by the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board to bar a spinal surgeon from treating injured workers under the state’s workers’ compensation system. The ruling confirms that the board acted within its authority when it denied the physician’s request to continue treating patients whose care is… Read More »
SSDI Benefits For Arthritis
Living with arthritis can make it difficult and even impossible to maintain steady employment. When joint pain, inflammation, stiffness, and fatigue interfere with daily functioning, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may provide essential financial support. However, qualifying for SSDI based on arthritis can be challenging and requires strong medical documentation and careful preparation. SSDI… Read More »
Common Mistakes That Servicemembers Make When Leaving The Military
After spending decades serving your country, you may be ready to become a civilian again. While it may be nice to not have to worry about war, making the adjustment to civilian life is not an easy task. You may think that you will automatically get benefits, but that is not the case. You… Read More »
SSDI Denials See 13-Year High
Recent data from the Social Security Administration (SSA) show that applications for disability benefits are being denied at levels not seen in more than a decade. In 2023, the overall award rate, which is the share of applicants who ultimately receive benefits, fell to about 31% nationwide. This is a near-record low for the… Read More »
How Easy It Is To Commit Veterans Benefit Fraud
Getting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits can be a complicated task. The process is not clear cut. It may take many hours and mountains of paperwork for a veteran to get the benefits they deserve. Most veterans are honest and do not intentionally set out to deceive anyone when applying for VA benefits…. Read More »
Man Hit In Head By Tractor, Killed In New York Workplace Accident
Accidents can happen anywhere. You may experience them in your home, on the road, while running errands, or even while at work. Sadly, a New York man experienced a fatal accident while at work. He died after getting hit by a tractor. The incident happened on the morning of January 22. A 27-year-old man… Read More »
Employer Retaliation: Understanding Your Rights
Sometimes people get injured at work. Machinery, heavy materials, slippery floors, electricity, and heights can all play a role in causing workplace accidents. When a person is injured at work, employees have the legal right to report workplace injuries and file workers’ compensation claims without fear of punishment. However, sometimes workers try to hide… Read More »
How Age Affects Your Chances Of Getting Disability Benefits
For a lot of things, it is better to be younger. Younger people are generally more attractive. They also have more energy and tend to be healthier than older people. However, being older has its advantages, especially when it comes to getting government benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). When you submit… Read More »
What Does An Honorable Discharge Really Mean?
Many service members assume that receiving an honorable discharge means their military record is completely free of issues but that is a misconception. An honorable discharge simply shows that a servicemember met or exceeded expected standards of performance and conduct during their service. It does not guarantee that all other aspects of their service… Read More »
What To Know About The VA Claim Exam
If you have filed a disability benefits claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), you may not be done just yet. You may be asked to undergo a claim exam, also called a compensation and pension exam (C&P exam). The purpose is to help the VA determine whether your claimed condition is service-connected… Read More »