Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, is a benefit that helps provide an income to those who suffer from disabilities. It's not always easy for people to obtain these benefits, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) wants to make sure that only those who...
Month: July 2018
Dislocated shoulder treatment: You have options
A dislocated shoulder is extremely painful, which is why you need to receive immediate medical treatment should you have any reason to believe you're suffering from this injury.Once your medical team runs the necessary diagnostic tests, they can explain your injury...
Union membership can mean safer construction sites
There is no disputing the fact that construction workers should have safe work environments. These men and women face hazards on a daily basis that most people will never encounter. And yet, they are often subjected to egregious work conditions that can lead to...
Applying for social security benefits after a work injury
Becoming injured at work can be a heartbreaking thing to have to go through, since not only can it affect your health and well-being, but it can affect every aspect of your life. An injury at work can, unfortunately, result in financial difficulties stemming from...
Your employer should help you get back to work after an injury
Getting hurt at work can mean a sudden stop to your standard daily routine. You may have been used to taking care of yourself and working full time every day. After your injury, you may not be able to return to work. Spinal injuries, broken bones, head injuries and...
Will workers’ compensation cover accessible housing?
Workers in industries such as construction and engineering have a high risk of becoming severely injured while at work in the state of New York. While there are laws in place to protect workers who become permanently disabled, unfortunately, many workers do not...
Who isn’t covered by workers’ compensation in New York?
If you're a full-time worker in the state of New York, chances are that you benefit from workers' compensation coverage. As such, if you suffer a job-related injury, you can receive money to pay for your medical care, wage-replacement benefits, job training, temporary...
Slipped disk treatment: Take the right steps
A slipped disk is a serious injury that requires immediate medical attention. Without the right approach to treatment, there's a greater chance of suffering additional injury.Depending on your profession, you may put a lot of strain on your neck and/or back on a daily...
David Klein named a Top Lawyer on 2018 Global Who’s Who list
, is honored to announce that our Managing Partner, David Klein, has been named a Top Lawyer on the 2018 Global Who's Who list.The Global Directory of Who's Who is an annual publication that recognizes executives and professionals for their...
Can you get disability benefits for mental health issues?
As someone who has been traumatized by an accident, you know that it's not just the physical injury that leaves you scarred. Sometimes, the hardest part of an injury is overcoming what happened to cause it. The memories, flashbacks and nightmares are enough to wear...