The construction industry has a reputation for danger, and many people will tell you that it is the most dangerous industry you can choose to work in. In fact, there are even those who do not consider it as a career because they have heard about these risks and are...
When applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, the Social Security Administration will assess your eligibility based on a number of factors. One of these is your income. There is a limit to how much you can earn to qualify for disability benefits, and...
Have you recently suffered a workplace injury? As a result, are your injuries preventing you from returning to work? Are you afraid your injuries are going to jeopardize your current and future employment? If you answered yes to all of these questions, then you should...
You probably know that you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits after suffering an accident at your job. However, you may be unsure about the steps to take to get there. You are not alone. Many workers are unaware of what to do after a workplace accident,...
Have you ever heard someone say that the treatment is worse than the condition? This usually isn’t true in a strict sense. But it does underscore just how detrimental certain types of treatment can be to your health. For instance, perhaps you’ve been diagnosed with...
When someone suffers a debilitating injury or illness, it’s all too easy to become addicted to pain medication. A serious addiction can worsen a condition or lead to additional health issues. Sometimes, people who already have a substance abuse issue involving drugs...
Were you recently injured at work in Arkansas? You’re likely thinking about how difficult it’s going to be to return to work and how your injuries are going to cause you a ton of medical debt. That would be the case if your job didn’t provide its workers with workers’...
If you're one of the many Americans who use social media, you may not realize that what you post could come back to hurt your workers' compensation claim. While social media can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family, it can also be used as evidence...
Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) can be tedious and take a long time to complete. When you’ve been injured or have fallen ill and need an income, it can be hard to wait out the application process. It can be even more frustrating if you’ve filed the...
If you become disabled, you may not be able to work and care for yourself like you used to. Consequently, you may be eligible for financial restitution under your employer-funded Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) plan. However, it is not uncommon for the...
