The Social Security Administration provides financial support to individuals with disabilities. Social Security uses a five-step sequential evaluation process to assess disability claims. At each step, the applicant must meet specific criteria to proceed to the next...
Natural disasters and environmental toxins can wreak havoc on homes and buildings. Before people can safely use these infrastructures again, someone has to do the hard job of repairing and cleaning up the property. This is where restoration workers come into play....
After an injury from a medical error, you might question how long you can pursue legal action against a health care provider. In Massachusetts, two laws limit the time you can sue for malpractice: the statute of limitations and the statute of repose. The discovery...
Parking lots can help increase customer foot traffic for businesses and provide convenience for those driving to work or visiting an establishment. However, it's important to note that those who own, lease, or control the property have a responsibility to maintain it...
In the blink of an eye, a car accident can shatter your normal life. Your physical injuries can be excruciatingly painful and limit your mobility, and the emotional and psychological impact can leave you overwhelmed, stressed and fearful. Having these realities...
Car accidents typically involve a driver engaging in risky behavior, such as reckless driving or speeding. If a car accident results in injuries, they may be able to receive compensation, even if they were partially at fault. Common misconception in receiving...
Sustaining a work-related injury can put workers in a difficult financial situation. Often, they cannot return to their job for a while and must depend on workers’ comp to make ends meet. If you are in the same position, you might think of getting a second job, but...
As a type of insurance, workers’ compensation helps employers pay for the benefits of their employees in the event the workers get injured or contract an illness due to their work. But there’s more to workers’ compensation than just paying for medical benefits....
Once you enter a building, unpredictable safety hazards abound. Per Massachusetts General Laws, a building is any public or commercial structure – a public or special hall, factory, workshop, assembly theater, or manufacturing establishment – gathering a large number...
Social Security Disability benefits provide financial assistance to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. To qualify, the disability must be expected to last for at least one year or result in death. In addition, the applicant must have earned enough...
