Monthly Archives: June 2022
What OSHA Standards Apply To Maryland Custodial Workers?
Ever since it was created in 1971, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been setting and enforcing standards intended to ensure employees have a safe, healthy workplace environment. All Maryland employers must comply with the General Duty Clause, which requires companies to maintain an employment setting free from recognized hazards that could… Read More »
SSI Guide For Parents: Planning For Your Child’s 18th Birthday
If you are the parent of a disabled child who will soon be turning 18 years old, you know that there are big changes on the horizon related to eligibility for benefits. For minors who have been eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and receiving benefits, the criteria for transitioning into adult SSI are… Read More »
4 Mistakes After SSA Denies Your Claim For Social Security Disability
It may not come as welcome news if you recently applied for benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs, but the approval rate is shockingly low. The Social Security Administration (SSA) awards benefits for just 21 percent of these claims at the initial application level. Denials could… Read More »
No Penalties For Amazon After OSHA Investigation Into Warehouse Employee Fatalities
After completing its investigation into a deadly accident that killed six Amazon warehouse employees and injured dozens more in December 2021, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) determined not to issue any penalties. According to a recent article published by CNBC, a tornado blew through the 1.1 million square foot warehouse, causing the… Read More »
