When applying for Social Security disability benefits, it’s important to fully understand the definition of disability used by the SSA. Your condition has to meet this definition, and you’ll need to back it up with medical evidence. But the definition that the SSA...
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Speaking with your doctor may strengthen your work injury claim
In addition to causing pain and potential physical limitations, workplace injuries can make your life incredibly stressful. You may worry about mounting medical bills or lost wages. Thankfully, a successful workers' compensation claim can minimize these hardships....
Worker tragedies: Are families entitled to compensation in Ohio?
The construction industry, while crucial for development, carries inherent risks. Sadly, these risks can sometimes lead to worker fatalities. In the aftermath of such a tragedy, surviving families are left not only grieving but are also often left facing immense...
3 common causes of ladder falls
Ladders are a feature in workplaces across the country. However, they are more likely to be used on construction sites, warehouses and by anyone involved in manual work such as joinery and plumbing. Ladders provide access to areas that would otherwise be difficult to...
What are the “Fatal Four” in construction?
The construction industry provides steady employment for many people across Ohio. While this is a positive, there are some drawbacks to the construction sector -- namely that it can be dangerous. In construction, there are four types of incidents that are especially...
Take these essential steps after a workplace accident
Nothing can fully prepare you for a workplace accident, although knowing what to do in the aftermath is crucial. Taking the proper steps can protect your well-being and your right to receive any support and benefits you are entitled to. Here is what you need to do...
Be sure to consider your lost future earnings
When it comes to workers’ comp benefits, most injured workers are focused on two areas: lost wages and medical bills. They have suffered immediate injuries – perhaps in a fall at work or in a car accident while they were on the clock – and they have to pay their...
Too many health care workers feel unsafe on the job
Health care is an unquestionably noble profession. Unfortunately, those who work in this industry are not always treated with the respect and care that they deserve. It is, therefore, perhaps unsurprising that a recent survey reveals that a significant fraction of...
3 pieces of safety gear every construction worker should have
Construction sites are dynamic environments where safety should be the top priority. Equipping construction workers with the right safety gear is critical in safeguarding their well-being and preventing accidents. If you are a construction worker, you should...
How hard is it to get SSDI benefits?
When you’re no longer able to work because of a disabling condition, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are supposed to be there to give you some means of support – but everybody tells you that they’re almost impossible to get. That’s not exactly...