Injured workers are eligible for wage loss benefits following a work related injury. How those benefits are calculated depends on the unique circumstances of the injured worker’s employment. Generally speaking, an injured worker receives a percentage of his/her average weekly … Read More
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Social Security Disability- The 5 Step Process
An individual that applies for Social Security Disability is referred to as the Claimant. If the Claimant is initially denied disability benefits by the Social Security Administration, then the Claimant can appeal the decision within sixty (60) days of that … Read More
Obeying Traffic Signs
Traffic signs are posted for the safety of all drivers, but are often ignored by even the most experienced drivers. Ignoring some signs often result in a ticket. It is important to remember, every time you disobey a traffic sign, … Read More
Required Credits To Receive Social Security Disability Benefits
In order to be eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits, an individual must have obtained the required minimum amount of credits. If you do not have the required minimum credits, then no benefits can be paid. Social Security credits … Read More
The State of Nevada Ratifies the Equal Rights Amendment… Decades After the Deadline
On March 20, 2017, Nevada State legislature ratified the Equal Rights Amendment (“ERA”) — decades after the Congressional deadline. Nevada’s belated ratification, if valid, brings the tally to 36, just two states short of adoption. In 1972, Congress sent the … Read More
Social Security Disability – New Rules on Program Uniformity That May Impact Your Case
Effective January 17, 2017 the Social Security Administration issued a Final Rule bringing several important and significant changes to the way disability claims are decided at the hearing and Appeals Council levels. While the rule became effective on January 17, … Read More
Racial Bias Has No Place in the Jury Room
The Sixth Amendment guarantees a trial by an impartial jury, and the legal system affords numerous protections against juror bias and misconduct. And in a decision issued on March 6, 2017, a majority of the United States Supreme Court reaffirmed … Read More
But I Don’t Want To Go To Physical Therapy
I recently fractured my ankle. While there are pieces to this recovery process, and unfortunately, the right side of my ankle, I am currently in the physical therapy phase. Frankly, I could not wait to get to this point, I just … Read More
Behind the Scenes at Jury Duty
In a previous blog, I discussed receiving a jury duty notice. And I had jury duty for a few days in February. It was really insightful. On Day 1, we assembled into the large jury room on the second floor … Read More
Warmer Weather Means Increased Pedestrian Traffic
With the warmer weather upon us and temperatures are on the rise, so is the increase of automobile-pedestrian accidents. These types of accidents are due to distracted drivers and pedestrians who are not alert to their surroundings. Auto-pedestrian incidents usually … Read More