The Bayou state is well known for its barrage of tropical storms and hurricanes. Louisiana is almost exclusively targeted for extreme weather. It contains extreme heat among the different storms that hit the land. While many can rely on on-the-fly decision-making and communities can come together to help recuperate, people with disabilities have to make […]
Bill Would Make It Easier For Veterans To Get Treated For Toxic Substance Exposure
Military burn pits are some of the most dangerous places for veterans. These pits are used to dispose of toxic chemical waste by means of open-air burning. Veterans, especially those who served in Iraq or Afghanistan, routinely become very ill after exposure to these pits. Current law makes it difficult for them to get treatment […]
New Orleans Transit Authority Establishes New Plan for Getting People on the Move
Disabled persons struggle to get around most major cities, but when you have an older city like New Orleans, it can be particularly challenging. The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority has announced its plans to release a new program specifically to help the disabled community members within the city get around with ease. The program, […]
Special Disability Rules May Apply If You’re Over Age 50
Most people realize that Social Security Disability (SSDI) is available to those who cannot work. Not as many know that there are special considerations for older Americans, those age 50 and up. The older you get, and the longer you work, the more that disorders, illnesses, and injuries will be a problem. The Social Security […]
Coronavirus Still Ravaging Disabled Communities
All too many of the homes for disabled adults, including developmentally disabled adults, have had past violations that would indicate they were unprepared or unqualified to handle COVID-19 safety practices. One of these housed Joe Sullivan, a developmentally disabled man who was recently rushed into a nearby emergency room with the likely development of COVID-19. […]
Louisiana Intellectually Disabled Inmate Shares Story
In the vein of Making a Murderer, the show “Death Row Stories” focuses on death row convictions which push the ethical envelope. On May 10th, it was announced that the Louisiana native Corey Williams would be in the next episode. At the age of 16 with known intellectual disabilities, Corey Williams was placed under arrest […]
Good News For Blue Water Navy Veterans
Blue Water Navy veterans who served in Vietnam have historically had a difficult time collecting benefits for Agent Orange exposure. But this changed dramatically in 2019 with passage of the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act. Veterans who were previously denied an Agent Orange-related disability claim, or who have never applied, should know their legal […]
Veterans Urged to Act Soon to Get Stimulus Checks
The Inland Revenue Service has set a May 5 deadline for veterans who have dependents and missed out on the COVID-19 stimulus checks that were sent out in April. These individuals have been warned that some of the funds could be delayed until next spring if they don’t act soon. The checks can total $1,200 […]
Do I Qualify For Presumptive Disability Benefits?
Social Security disability claims can take months, and sometimes years, to win final approval. If you’re disabled and facing a severe financial crisis, that can spell trouble. However, you may be able to start receiving Social Security benefits while your underlying claim is pending approval. That’s because of an option called presumptive disability. If you […]
The Challenges of Back Pain Disability Claims
Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people file for Social Security disability. However, it is also one of the most difficult claims to make. Social Security does not readily approve these claims because they are often fraudulent. This unfortunate abuse leaves real victims unable to work and without the compensation they […]
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