Atlanta Social Security Disability Law Blog
Uncommon inspections to consider before purchasing a home
Buying a home in Oregon comes with lots of considerations. While it is generally a good idea to have a standard home inspection done before closing, there are other types of inspections that may be worth considering. These additional inspections can provide the new...
Key differences between forming an S corp and an LLC
Starting a business in Oregon is an exciting time, but entrepreneurs may struggle to choose what type of legal entity to start. There is often confusion between starting an S Corporation and a limited liability company. These differences can have an impact in how the...
Collecting both SSD and workers’ compensation
If you are unable to work for more than one year as a result of a disability, you may be eligible to collect Social Security Disability benefits. Your condition can be physical and/or mental in nature and may be permanent or temporary. If your disability resulted...
Taking action after a denied Social Security claim
For many Georgia residents injured on the job, receiving government benefits is crucial for paying medical bills, making mortgage payments and covering everyday expenses. Filing a Social Security claim requires meeting a variety of deadlines and supplying specific,...
What is the Disability Employment Incentive Act?
For most people in Georgia, collecting Social Security Disability benefits is a necessary evil. They really do not want to be on assistance. They would rather be working. However, getting people back to work after a debilitating injury is not an easy task. In this...
Traumatic brain injuries can qualify for SSDI
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are on the rise in the United States and are increasingly becoming a problem. From 2006 to 2014, emergency room visits, hospitalizations and deaths associated with TBIs rose a staggering 53 percent. The effects of a TBI can be far...
Rising temperatures also increase work-related injuries
Most Georgia residents welcome summer with open arms after a long, rainy winter. Between sunny days with family or nighttime adventures with friends, summer offers an array of activities for everyone.Unfortunately, it also offers an array of opportunities for outdoor...
Lifts can help nurses to safely move patients
People who work in nursing homes and hospitals are facing the very serious risk of back injuries due to having to lift patients and help them with mobility issues. Finding ways to minimize the risk of these injuries has to be a priority for these employers.In some...
7 tips to improve delivery driver safety
Delivery drivers face hazards on each shift they work. Not only do they have to worry about personal safety, but they need to be attentive drivers as well.By understanding some of the more common risks, employees and employers can work together to ensure drivers...
5 tips to improve retail worker safety
The retail industry might be one of the safer industries in which to work, but this doesn't mean that workers don't face some hazards. In fact, there are many issues that come with these jobs that might not be immediately recognized. Instead, some people assume that...
