Workers’ compensation benefits vary greatly from state to state. In North Carolina, for example, the average maximum payout for losing an arm while on the job is $220,880. In Nevada, meanwhile, the same condition earns an average of $859,624, while in Alabama victims receive an average payout of only $48,840. Such…
For many people, having a disability can be an isolating experience. In many cases, they may want to work part-time to get out of the house, keep busy or supplement their disability income. Is it possible for those who are able to do so to work part time and still…
You’ve been injured in a workplace accident. Do you know how to ensure your medical treatment and missed wages are covered? In North Carolina, there are certain steps you need to take right away to be eligible for workers’ compensation from your employer. Of course, the most important thing is…
Last week, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a new coalition to tackle the increasing number of fatal traffic accidents on America’s roads. The Road to Zero coalition, made up of the DOT’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Highway Administration, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the National…
Those who have fibromyalgia are all too familiar with the symptoms, including widespread chronic pain, muscle spasms, stiffness, overwhelming fatigue, sleep problems and difficulty with memory or concentration. They also know all too well how these symptoms can interfere with employment. Unfortunately, a diagnosis of fibromyalgia doesn’t automatically qualify you for Social…
Workers’ compensation is, for many, a vital component of employment benefits. Anyone can become injured or ill on the job, and workers’ compensation provides the safety net employees need to get back on their feet. A report by the Labor Department, however, sheds light on this state-regulated system, claiming that…
Automobile accidents can happen to anyone. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, 38,300 people were killed on U.S. roads, and 4.4 million were seriously injured in 2015. These statistics don’t account for injuries that didn’t require medical attention or property damage. What should you do if you are in an…
All too often, people with mental disorders do not think that they will qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). This could not be further from the truth. In fact, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA), of the approximately 9 million individuals who receive SSDI benefits, more than a…
Not every person who uses roads does so behind the safety of a car wheel. Pedestrians and bicyclists also share the roads, and they have a right to do so safely. Unfortunately, their lives can be put in serious danger when there is a negligent, reckless driver who fails to…
There are numerous frustrations confronting people who are seeking disability benefits from the government, from the demands of providing medical evidence to figuring out where to look for answers to your questions. And as an added frustration, the Social Security disability system is notoriously slow-moving when it comes to reviewing…