When workers in New York suffer an injury on the job, fear and confusion are oftentimes the most immediate emotional responses. The unfortunate reality is that workplace accidents occur frequently, so at any given time there are usually thousands of workers in New...
Month: January 2017
Student loan debt is adversely affecting social security checks
As baby-boomers reach the age of retirement, they should be considered about the affect that the nation's unpaid student loan debt could have on their social security checks. Student loan debt has been an increasingly alarming issue as thousands have opted not to pay...
Are workers’ compensation changes on the way?
Most of our readers in New York know that the workers' compensation system is in place for those workers who suffer injuries or who contract illnesses on the job. Injured or ill workers who are unable to return to work while they recover may be eligible for these...
What are basic eligibility requirements to be considered for SSD?
Have you ever received a paycheck and wondered where your federally taxed portion of earnings was going? There are a few sectors of the government that tax income, but one agency that receives federally taxed income is social security. Social security covers several...
Construction worker suffers leg injury after fall
Working in an industry like construction has certain perks and benefits. However, one major downside to working in the construction industry is the high risk of injury that many face while performing tasks on the job. Most construction workers face dangers such as...
Common frustrations for people seeking worker’s compensation
You have been injured on the job in New York state, and now you are seeking worker's compensation. The process can be frustrating, so knowing what other people have gone through may help you feel less alone. Your first claim has been denied You did everything...
A checklist for applying for Social Security Disability benefits
Our readers in New York may know that applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a difficult task. First, applicants must gather all of the appropriate documentation to provide to the Social Security Administration. Next, they must wait while the...
Can New York residents who receive SSD benefits return to work?
One of the core requirements that New York residents must meet when attempting to be approved for Social Security Disability benefits is that documentation must show that the disability in question will keep the applicant from being able to work for 12 months or...