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Mental Injuries: Workers’ Compensation and Disability Insurance Part 1

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The apparent rise in mental injuries First responders are not the only workers at risk of mental or psychological injuries. Many workers’ compensation jurisdictions and work-disability insurers have noted increasing mental disorder (also called psychological injury, mental injury) claims over time.

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Mental Injuries- Part 3: Implications for Disability Insurers and Workers’ Compensation

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The apparent rise in mental disability claims is a significant issue for disability insurers and workers’ compensation systems. The observed rise in workers’ compensation claims for mental injury must be interpreted in context. Handwringing over costs often misses this underlying premise.

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Mental Injuries: Workers' Compensation and Disability Insurance Part 2

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

Last time, we outlined the growth in mental disorder/psychological injury claims in workers' compensation and related workplace insurance programs. On the disability insurance side, this shift has meant changes to policies and procedures. Disability insurers also want to limit their liability to non-work-related cases.

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Disability insurance for business owners

Higginbotham

If you’re someone who’s familiar with the intensity of that commitment, have you considered what would happen to your business if you were unable to work due to a disability? In this article, we will explore the importance of disability insurance for business owners and how it can help protect your livelihood in times of need.

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The importance of disability insurance

Higginbotham

It’s a real risk, and it’s why anyone who depends on a paycheck needs to understand the importance of disability insurance. Why is disability coverage important? If you had a one-in-four chance of losing your house to a flood , you’d probably want to protect it with flood insurance. According to the U.S.

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CAN VETERANS GET SSDI BENEFITS IF THEY BECOME DISABLED WHILE ON ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE?

Attorney Charlie Hall

Disabled veterans can apply and get Social Security Disability Insurance at the same time as Veteran Administration (VA) Disability Compensation. Getting approved for disability benefits provides increased income stability for veterans and their families. It provides vital safety net for American workers.

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Illness or Injury: How Your Business Can Protect Your Employees

InterWest Insurance Services

According to a recent survey, four in 10 American workers live paycheck to paycheck. You as an employer can help by offering group disability insurance to your employees. This insurance helps replace a portion of a worker’s income if they lose their income due to an injury or illness. What it covers.