You are halfway through transcribing a medical record when you notice pain in your wrist or forearms. You might take a moment to stretch out your fingers and hands, but you will probably continue to work like normal without letting anybody know about your experience....
Year: 2021
3 reasons to add a living will to your estate plan
An estate plan is not the same thing as a last will. A will is a specific document that talks about what happens to your property after you die. An estate plan includes other information. It might include instructions for your funeral and paperwork for your prepaid...
Can you qualify for SSDI with a mental illness?
If you ask the average person for an example of a disability, they’re probably going to mention a physical ailment. They could note that someone may be unable to walk after a spinal cord injury, for instance, or that someone was born without the ability to see. These...
Is it normal to have an SSDI application denied?
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), one thing you should know is that there is a high chance that your claim could be denied – at least initially. That denial doesn’t necessarily mean that you don’t deserve to have disability benefits. It...
What are the long-term ramifications of a brain injury?
If you suffer a brain injury in a fall, a car accident, or any other sort of catastrophic event, it’s normal to have short-term symptoms that may not last. Even a mild injury like a concussion can lead to vomiting, fatigue and mental confusion, which may clear up over...
How can you make a will that lasts?
If you have not yet made a will, it is essential to do so soon. However young you are, however much time you think you have to worry about estate planning, surprises can happen. Creating a will ensures that the assets you have reach the people you want when you die....
What causes car accidents?
No two car crashes are exactly alike. One may be a rear-end collision between two passenger vehicles, one of which failed to notice a stoplight up ahead. The next might be one car side-swiping another on the freeway because one didn’t check their blind spot before...
FAQ: When should you talk to a lawyer about an injury?
When you get hurt, it is generally a physician whose advice you seek. A doctor can tell you what treatment is necessary for your recovery and give you a reasonable timeline for the process. A physician can also refer you to a specialist if you need highly skilled...
FAQ: Are foreigners eligible for workersʼ compensation?
If you get injured on the job, you may assume that you’re covered under workers’ compensation laws. After all, American workers have certain rights and most workplace injuries should result in some type of compensation to make up for lost wages, to cover medical bills...
Which industries are eligible for workers’ compensation?
When you work for an employer, you are typically covered by workers’ compensation. While some people may worry that they won’t be covered based on their industry, the truth is that most jobs do have some kind of coverage so long as the individual is an employee and...