Many people with serious injuries and disabilities struggle to secure adequate income from Social Security. At the same time, many politicians rail against "entitlements" like Social Security Disability Insurance, arguing that too many people take advantage of the system for their financial.
A repetitive stress injury is exactly what it sounds like. This is an injury that comes about by completing the same task, day in and day out. While you may not realize that this is harmful, it can eventually take a toll on your body.
Last month, a new Pennsylvania law went into effect that clarifies requirements for children's safety seats in cars. Up until recently, state law only required that children less than four years old be secured in car seats.
Psssst... it's probably not what you'd think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hearing loss is the most common workplace injury. By their estimate, about 22 million workers were exposed to dangerous noise levels at work on an annual basis.
Sometimes, something beyond your control happens at work and you get injured. Although you may do the right thing by reporting the injury and filing for workers' compensation, on some occasions you can return to work and receive a pink slip. Is it legal for an employer to fire you after you file a claim? What can you do if it happens?
If there comes a time when you make a workers' compensation claim, you hope that it is approved as soon as possible. This means you can begin to receive compensation for your injuries or illness. Unfortunately, there are times when a workers' compensation claim is denied. When this happens, it means that you aren't going to receive any money.
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