Recent Blog Posts
Dangers Of Microstress In The Workplace
We all know about stress. Stress manifests in many ways, making you feel exhausted, anxious, uncertain, and even depressed. But what about microstress? What is it and how does it affect you? Microstress refers to small, often unnoticed stresses that accumulate throughout daily life. Unlike major life stressors such as job loss or significant… Read More »
Insurer, Contractors Allege Fake Construction Accidents
Whenever there are insurance or government payments or benefits involved, there are bound to be misinformation, lies, and scams. This is common with workers’ compensation. Many employees claim to be injured at work in order to get paid time off work. A huge fraud scheme of this nature happened in New York. A construction… Read More »
Woman Struggles With Arthritis, SSDI Denials
Unfortunately, there are many medical conditions that can be debilitating. A person who is struggling with their health may be unable to move properly or even leave their home. This is the case for a Kansas woman. The 55-year-old woman has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for most of her life — nearly 30 years…. Read More »
Additional GI Bill Benefits Possible
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced additional GI benefits for those who have served two or more periods of service. The VA updated its process for awarding GI Bill benefits, so veterans who reenlisted may be eligible for additional benefits. These benefits may apply to their family members and beneficiaries as well…. Read More »
Man Faces Sentencing In VA Benefit Fraud Scheme
Many people try to con government programs in order to receive money and other benefits. This is a common tactic but it’s against the law. It can lead to harsh punishment. A Maryland man who lied about a service-related injury fraudulently obtained more than $750,000 in disability benefits. He was recently sentenced to home… Read More »
Man Killed By Equipment At Construction Site
Cities often need more buildings to support a population, especially in New York, so construction is a necessity. However, building a structure requires materials, tools, and equipment. These factors can all be dangerous for the workers. Unfortunately, a construction worker was recently killed while working on a construction site. The fatal accident occurred on… Read More »
Does Marriage Affect My SSDI Benefits?
If you are disabled and have been trying for a long time to get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you know how crazy the process is. You may have waited for more than a year to get approved, so you want to make sure you keep these benefits for as long as possible…. Read More »
Be Wary Of Veterans Benefits Scams
Veterans Day has come and gone, but veterans should be aware of benefits scams and fraud every day. Lawmakers are warning veterans and their families to be aware of scams and fraud, especially by companies who exploit veterans by trying to access their benefits. There are also people known as “claim sharks” who often… Read More »
Woman Denied Extreme Financial Hardship After Workplace Injury
Suffering a workplace injury can be devastating. You’re not only injured but also losing money from not being able to work. At what point does it become an extreme financial hardship under state law? New York law is unclear in this regard. A case from 2010 was denied for extreme financial hardship due to… Read More »
SSDI COLA Up 2.5% For 2025
It’s expensive to live. It seems like the prices for gas, groceries, and everything else we buy are constantly rising. For those who work, pay increases are rare even though everyday costs keep going up. Fortunately, government agencies do keep up with the pace of inflation. Every year, they make adjustments to monthly benefit… Read More »