The AARP surveyed employees aged 55 and older and found that 78% experienced or observed age discrimination at work. As reported by ABC Action News for WFTS Tampa Bay, about one-third of the nation’s workforce consists of employees over the age of 50. With widespread...
Many people across Florida find the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance frustrating and complex, and with good reason. Applying for these benefits takes time. Many applicants spend considerable time getting their applications together only to...
Workers’ compensation is a benefit program that allows you protection if you suffer an injury at work. Under the program, you can get lost wage payments and medical care benefits. Workers’ compensation is not a state program, but the state does manage the system. It...
Though discrimination can happen anywhere for little to no reason, it is entirely possible to cut down on the possibility through how you manage your company culture. For example, strongly enforcing your expectations and prioritizing training has a provable effect on...
When you file a claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, there will be many forms to fill out. One of these is the Function Report. What is the purpose of this form and what kind of information does the Social Security Administration (SSA) ask you to...
Sometimes the injuries first responders suffer on the job do not show up as easily as a burn or a broken bone. Dealing with high-stress and life-and-death situations, first responders may develop post-traumatic stress disorder due to their work. As they would if they...
Having an accident at work that causes you a serious injury can be devastating. You cannot work or make money, so you rely on workers’ compensation to help you get by until you heal and can return to your job. You may wonder, though, if you will have a job to return...
When you have an injury that is serious enough to keep you from earning a living, you may look to the government for help. You may choose to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance from the U.S. Social security Administration. You may, too, like many others,...
Like most people in Florida, you likely feel a good deal of pride in representing the company you work for. That pride no doubt stems from gratitude on your part for your employment and salary. Some might assume that gratitude causes you to feel reluctant to initiate...
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits employers from discriminating against workers with medical conditions. Showing favoritism toward unimpaired applicants and employees may classify as discrimination. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission notes that...
