Workers' compensation benefits can alleviate some of your financial stress if you sustain a work-related injury. Your benefits can supplement lost wages and help you maintain financial obligations during recovery. Even though it might seem as though you can file a...
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How does SSDI work with Medicare?
Living with a disability can be very difficult, which is why Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) exists in the first place. However, in addition to the payments from SSDI, it is very likely that you will need medical insurance to help manage your debilitating...
What injuries are not covered in FL under workers’ comp?
Workers’ compensation in Florida can be a complicated business. Generally speaking, if you sustain an injury on the job, you are entitled to workers’ compensation. However, in some instances, this is not the case. Understanding when you are and are not eligible for...
How can PTSD impact your ability to function at work?
Trauma can have a devastating impact on your life. PTSD can manifest due to any traumatic event, including stressful events in the workplace. Emergency responders and healthcare workers work in high-stress situations and may witness accidents, deaths or assaults....
Should you accept the initial settlement offer after an injury?
Sustaining a severe personal injury inevitably means that you must spend a significant amount of time and money pursuing the medical treatment you need. Your insurance coverage, or that of the party responsible for your injury, should at least give you peace of mind...
What types of special needs trusts are available?
If you have a close relative who has special needs, you are likely to have some concerns about his or her ability to work as an adult. Luckily, several public programs provide financial support to individuals who have disabilities. This support is often almost...
How can I make sure to keep my SSDI benefits?
As difficult as it can be to get disability benefits, it may be disheartening to learn that you can lose them. The most common reason to lose disability insurance is if your condition improves, if you go back to work or if you go to prison. Of course, there is no 100%...
Are teachers eligible for Worker’s Compensation?
Many people automatically associate workers’ compensation with blue-collar jobs. However, in reality, it is possible to sustain an injury in a variety of workplaces, including ones outside of factory or construction settings. An example of this is the school. While...
The importance of reporting a workplace injury promptly
If you recently suffered an injury at work, or you find yourself in this position in the near future, it is crucial to understand that you should report the injury as soon as possible. Failing to report your injury in a timely manner could interfere with your ability...
Do I need to report if I return to work?
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and you begin working, you must report this to the Social Security Administration. It may not have an impact on your benefits, but the SSA still requires you to let them know if you are working. Failing to...