Not all claims for Social Security benefits are successful. The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies most first-time applicants for various reasons such as mistakes in the paperwork, lack of medical evidence, or if the applicant’s disability is not serious...
There are serious accidents every year in which cyclists are hit by drivers who are attempting to pass or overtake them. These accidents are incredibly hazardous for cyclists because even a bike helmet just isn’t that much protection when being struck by car. In some...
Home healthcare workers are a vital part of the medical community because they help people who want to age in place and have conditions that make it difficult for them to leave home. While this can be a rewarding profession, it has serious risks. One of the most...
Talk about distracted driving tends to revolve around the use of phones or other electronic devices. However, distractions have been around since in-car clocks were analog, and watching a movie in your car meant going to a drive-in. Here are some of those distractions...
Maybe you find sharing the road with semi-trucks annoying. They take up a lot of space, can be difficult to see past and can get in the way when you need to cross lanes to make your turn. While you might not enjoy sharing the road with them, they play an essential...
Americans entrust emergency responders with their health and safety with little thought to the injury hazards they encounter on the job. In truth, first responders like police officers and firefighters show up for work each day in the face of numerous risks to their...
Chronic pain is a complicated medical issue. It can be difficult to prove objectively, and many medical professionals dismiss complaints of pain. Workers may feel pressured to continue doing their job despite chronic pain and may even notice that their job makes the...
Depending on the citation that an officer issues to you, a traffic ticket could cost you a few dozen or a few hundred dollars in the form of a fine. Many drivers immediately pay the ticket and then consider the matter finished. They think that paying for the ticket is...
Everyone makes mistakes from time to time, even trained police officers. Most mistakes are minor, but an error during a DUI traffic stop (and arrest) could leave you facing legal consequences you don't deserve. Fortunately, you can use a police officer foul-up to help...
Today, many employers realize the severity and impact of on-the-job accidents. Because of this, they have taken steps to improve conditions and safety. Unfortunately, accidents still happen. The good news is that most workplace accidents can be prevented. Part of...
