The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the government agency that assesses Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims. They have a reputation for being difficult. Any government agency that hands out money has to carry out thorough checks before...
As spring turns to summer, one risk that workers still need to be aware of is the threat of weather-related hazards. Though North Carolina is generally warm throughout the spring and summer, a few cold snaps and chilly days or nights could still happen. For workers...
Many back injuries are preventable, especially when they occur at work. Employers who genuinely care about their employees will put in the effort to make sure that they minimize the risk of unnecessary back injuries -- and that can also positively affect their...
What do you visit someone's home or a business, you have every right to expect that the property will be safe for you to enter. In some cases, when a property owner or manager doesn't take good care of a building or surroundings facilities, innocent people get hurt....
It’s true that the Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains what’s called a “Blue Book” of listed impairments that qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. However, it’s not true that your disability has to actually be on that list to qualify for...
In a country where an emphasis is put on how busy you are and how much you can accomplish in a day, it comes as no shock that many adults are tired. It’s easy to overlook being tired as just another thing that you deal with, but it can have catastrophic consequences....
Working in North Carolina, the temperatures don’t usually drop too far. However, even a chilly day can pose a danger to those working outside. Winter weather can create a number of dangerous conditions such as slippery surfaces, cold temperatures, and strong winds....
How intoxicated you are after drinking has to do with much more than just how many drinks you’ve had. You need to consider what type of alcohol you’re drinking, how much you weigh, how much you ate, how far you are above sea level, what gender you are and a whole host...
The death of a woman hit by a car at Fayetteville’s Bragg Boulevard earlier this month highlights the dangers vehicles pose to pedestrians. While pedestrians always face a lot of dangers from errant drivers, these risks are never greater than during the winter months....
If you slip at work at break your leg, the pain you feel is acute and directly related to your accident and injury. It should not be difficult to draw workers’ compensation benefits based on the circumstances of your injury. But suppose you work in a warehouse...
