The first consideration in handling a total disability claim is whether the petitioner qualifies under workers' compensation law for permanent total disability benefits. It is quite common for a ...

In the last few months, the state legislature has been debating hundreds of bills concerning everything from the tax code to healthcare policy to public safety. In this political climate, it’s easy to ...

As per law, medical professionals must offer full access to medical services without discrimination on the basis of disability. Understanding your rights can help you get the care you need. Share on ...

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Back in 1990, then-President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act, the world’s first comprehensive law for people with disabilities. It was seen as making up for an area in ...

As part of President Donald Trump’s attempt to remake the federal workforce, several directives have been issued to terminate recently hired employees and gut entire agencies. Many federal workers ...

Drake University announced a new Bachelor of Science in disability and rehabilitation services within the School of Education at the end of last year. This major was created to ...

Did you know that a disability affects more than 1.3 million people in North Carolina, or about 13% of the state’s population, according to the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources? People ...

Learn how qualified disability trusts offer tax exemptions for special needs planning. Discover eligibility criteria, benefits, and reporting requirements to save on taxes.

Rep. Nnamdi Chukwuocha and Sen. Darius Brown have filed legislation aimed at improving safety and understanding during ...