When you decide to be a construction worker, you know that you're putting yourself at risk. You know you'll be working with heavy machinery and with others who may not be as knowledgeable as you. Even though you take care to be safe, that doesn't mean others will be....
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Month: April 2015
Can I file for Social Security Disability online in Ohio?
The Social Security Administration is the federal agency that is responsible for determining who qualifies for Social Security Disability benefits, and how much those benefits will be. As has been discussed before in this space, generally the SSA will accept an...
5 workers suffer injuries following construction crash in Ohio
As someone who enjoys working on a construction team, you're familiar with the risks of your job. You know that working on highways and roadways is dangerous, but as long as drivers are cautious, everything is usually fine. That wasn't the case for five utility...
What is a ‘compassionate allowance condition’ for SSDI purposes?
This space has been used previously to discuss various ways of qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance. Obtaining the correct documentation to prove to the Social Security Agency that you are unable to work due to a physical or mental condition that will...
Work zone dangers and statistics, wrongful deaths, and injuries
Work zones are some of the most dangerous places to be, especially when you work near roadways that are still in use. The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration works to report all injuries and fatalities in these locations, so records can...
Can you attend an SSDI hearing by video teleconferencing?
Technology seems to accelerate at an exponential pace, especially here in the 21st Century, and the efficient utilization of it tends to drive the profits of quite a few businesses. Though the legal system and government entities, apart from military applications...
Paralysis and treatment: Bionics
After suffering a brain injury or spinal cord injury, you could be suffering from paralysis. This is traditionally an issue that does not reverse itself, although there have been some cases of patients healing, at least somewhat, over time. If you've become interested...
What work history is relevant when applying for disability?
Previously in this space, we have touched on the various requirements necessary to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income. Both these federal programs, as administered by the states, serve as a safety net of sorts for those...