If an accident at work leaves you or a loved one a person with quadriplegia, it can have a profound psychological impact. Many people find themselves feeling angry, depressed, and isolated. It can be difficult to come to terms with the fact that you will never be...
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Month: September 2022
A simple test is offering new clarity for TBI victims in comas
It isn’t unusual for a serious traumatic brain injury (TBI) to put the victim into a coma – and that’s terrifying for their families. It’s only natural to want answers about their condition, and doctors don’t always have clear answers. Even the most technologically...
It’s appropriate to ask for compensation for PTSD
Among the catastrophic injuries you could suffer in an auto accident, one that you have to think about that isn’t as obvious is a serious mental illness called post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD can make it impossible for a person to enjoy their life. They may not...
You don’t need documentation to get workers’ compensation
Undocumented workers are in a vulnerable position. They typically pay income taxes and contribute to social safety nets through tax withholdings but are not in a position to claim benefits. They may struggle to find jobs and even good places to live. Employers may...
Does a hard hat help in a fall?
You work in the construction industry, so you know that you're supposed to wear a hard hat on the job. They're a lot of different hazards that you face, and this type of protective equipment is important. You're always careful to put yours on before you get started...
Delayed symptom onset can complicate workers’ compensation claims
For the most part, when workers get hurt on the job, they know right away. If you pull a muscle or break a bone, you will immediately feel symptoms and experience functional limitations that affect your job performance. You will have no choice but to tell someone and...