More and more, first responders and others who are involved in workplace incidents that go above and beyond the general call of duty are pushing for the right to file workers' compensation claims for symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. The laws around PTSD...
Workers’ Compensation
What is the difference between SSD and SSI benefits?
The Social Security Administration administers two programs through which it provides financial benefits to disabled people who qualify for them. Although the two programs, Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income, sound similar, in...
Work-related stress can be cause for a workers’ comp claim
Is it time for the five-hour workday?Before you moan about the mere thought of shortening the workday being another sign of America's work force going soft, you should hear about Tower Paddle Boards in San Diego. The company saw impressive results after founder...
Schedule and non-schedule loss of use for workers’ compensation
When a worker in Schenectady is injured on the job, suffers an issue due to repetitive stress, or has a condition that came about because of the type of work he or she was doing, there is the option of seeking workers' compensation benefits. Understanding this process...
What is workers’ compensation?
When someone in New York is injured on the job, they might not be sure what legal heading they can receive compensation under. Having given up their right to sue their employer, they might not be sure what legal remedy they have. Workers' compensation systems exist...
