The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects employees with disabilities from being discriminated against in the workplace. But how does the ADA fit in with Social Security disability (SSD)? The ADA considers what a reasonable accommodation to employment is. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) focuses on whether the individual
Assignment & Standing in PIP Insurance: An In-depth Analysis Understanding the intricacies of personal injury protection (PIP) insurance requires not only a grasp of the assignment of benefits definition but also a thorough dissection of two core principles: “Assignment” and “Standing“. These concepts guide the process of transferring rights, benefits,
The Social Security Administration (SSA) released its workload data for 2013. The national average for approvals at a hearing is 48 percent, down from 63 percent in 2008. So why the significant drop from 2008 to 2013? This change could be due to the rise of national Social Security disability
A personal injury is any bodily injury that occurs due to the negligence or unreasonably unsafe actions of another person or organization. A personal injury can be either physical or psychological, and several types of accidents can be the cause of a personal injury. The following are a few of
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) stated that on Sunday, June 8, 2014, a 26-year-old man was killed when he and a young woman were apparently struck by a boat while snorkeling near the Jupiter Inlet. The woman was treated and released. The boat that collided with the
/blog/firework-safety-ten-simple-tips-to-keep-safe around this time of year, especially as we get closer to The Fourth of July, fireworks light up the skies with brilliant designs and beautiful colors. These fireworks can be very exciting and a lot of fun to watch, but they can also be extremely dangerous. In 2012, the
Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place using the Internet, or other electronic devices, such as a cell phone. Victims are harassed, teased, embarrassed and sometimes even threatened with images and words that are either sent to the victim themselves or shared publicly through social media. Cyber-bullying and
In 2010, Baby Matters LLC recalled a product called the Nap Nanny, a portable infant recliner made for both sleeping and playing. The product was recalled after an incident where the Nap Nanny was placed in an infant’s crib, and the baby rolled over the side of the product. The
It is a good year for whistleblowers! According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), whistleblowers in qui tam lawsuits have pulled in more than $300 million since October 1, 2013. It is easy to use this date because the federal government starts its fiscal year on October 1st. So with an impressive five
Honor Flight Network is an organization geared toward paying tribute to America’s veterans. This non-profit provides transportation to Washington, DC to visit the World War II memorial. For these flights, a top priority is given to World War II veterans and those veterans who are terminally ill. This flight and
