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04 January
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What is considered a disability to qualify for Social Security disability benefits?

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in Blog Posts, Social Security Disability - SSD
What is considered a disability to qualify for Social Security disability benefits?

There are many different illnesses and conditions that can lead you to qualify to receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. Some illnesses or conditions may automatically qualify you for benefits and other illnesses or conditions may produce symptoms that can get you qualified for social security disability benefits due to the restrictions you have from those illnesses or conditions. You may be asking yourself, what is considered a disability to qualify for Social Security disability benefits? The illness or condition can be physical or mental or it can be a combination of both. Some of the most commonly approved...

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30 December
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Offshore Injuries

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in Blog Posts, News, Offshore Injuries
Offshore Injuries

Offshore injuries are unfortunately very common due to many dangerous factors such as heavy machinery, poor weather conditions, and much more. While many people working in the U.S. are covered under workers’ compensation laws if they are injured at work, that doesn’t apply to those working offshore such as on boats or rigs. Those working offshore and injured on the job are covered by a whole separate set of laws known as the Jones Act. In recent news, several offshore workers were killed in a helicopter crash off the Louisiana coast that was carrying oil rig workers. This is just one...

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23 December
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3M Will Stop Manufacturing PFAS

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3M Will Stop Manufacturing PFAS

The mass producer 3M announced Tuesday they will stop manufacturing PFAS. 3M is a producer of many consumer products such as sticky notes, adhesive tape, and much more. These long lasting and hazardous chemicals have been found to cause health risks for millions of Americans. 3M announced they plan to “exit all manufacturing” and “work to discontinue the use” of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS. In the press release yesterday, 3M said they plan to exit this manufacturing of PFAS by 2025. These dangerous chemicals do not break down easily and have been found in many water supplies...

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19 December
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Personal Injuries During the Holidays

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in Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Workers Compensation
Personal Injuries During the Holidays

The holidays are a wonderful time to spend with family and friends, but the gatherings can sometimes end badly. Whether you are traveling to see family, shopping for last minute gifts, or working overtime, it’s important to understand the dangers that come with each of these. Car wrecks, slip and fall injuries in a business, as well as work related injuries are just a few of the personal injuries during the holidays that can occur. Car Wrecks During the Holidays AAA estimates that there will be an increase of more than 3 million people travelling during the holidays this year versus last...

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13 December
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Hair Relaxer Products Have Been Linked to Cancer

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in Blog Posts, Brian K. Herrington, Hair Relaxer Products, News
Hair Relaxer Products Have Been Linked to Cancer

If you or someone you know has used hair straightener or relaxer products and developed uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, uterine fibroids, or endometriosis, call Chhabra Gibbs & Herrington now for a free case evaluation at 601-326-0874. For more information, and to learn about which hair relaxer products have been linked to cancer, please read below.   Hair Straighteners/Relaxers Linked to Increased Risk of Cancer   The Journal of the National Cancer Institute recently published a study by the National Institute of Environmental Sciences that found a link between certain hair products, like straighteners or relaxers, and uterine cancer. The paper noted that...

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07 December
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What do I do After an 18-Wheeler Accident?

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in 18-Wheeler Accidents, Blog Posts
What do I do After an 18-Wheeler Accident

In the U.S. nearly 68% of deaths involving an 18-wheeler are the occupants of passenger vehicles, while only 15% is that of the occupants in the 18-wheeler. The number of deaths from 18-wheeler accidents is around a staggering 4,000 the amount of injuries due to 18-wheeler wrecks is much higher. Many of us may have never been in a wreck let alone with an 18-wheeler, but with the amount of large trucks on the road you may have one main question. What do I do after an 18-wheeler accident? Involved in an 18-Wheeler Wreck? After being in a wreck with an 18-wheeler...

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23 November
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Injuries During Black Friday Shopping

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Injuries During Black Friday Shopping

Nearly 155 million American’s went Black Friday shopping in 2021, and this year we should expect nothing less. This massive amount crowds tends to a lot of chaos in stores leading to injuries during Black Friday shopping. As one prepares for a night of great deals and long lines it is best that you prepare yourself in order to keep you and your loved ones safe. Avoid Slip & Fall Injuries As millions of people descend on the stores this holiday season its important to be careful and pay attention to your surroundings. While many store employees will be assisting customers and...

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21 November
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ADA Regulations

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ADA Regulations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was established to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and access to state and local government programs and services. Our firm has extensive experience with ensuring that the ADA regulations are upheld and maintained. The ADA has set specific regulations for businesses, such as shopping centers, gas stations, etc. to accommodate those with disabilities so they may have equal access and opportunity as those without disabilities. For those without disabilities, it is simple to walk into a store, pick out what it is you want to...

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16 November
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Caterpillar Employee Immediately Incinerated

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in Blog Posts, News, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall Accident, Workers Compensation
Caterpillar Employee Immediately Incinerated

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a statement last Wednesday that Caterpillar failed to install proper fall protection into their plant in Mapleton, IL. The incident happened in June of this year when a 39 year old man fell into an 11 foot deep pot that was filled with molten iron that was heated to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. As a result of this fall the Caterpillar employee immediately incinerated. A federal investigation into the incident that occurred earlier this year stated that if proper fall protection was in place then the employee might not have died. The reasoning behind OSHA...

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15 November
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What is a Catastrophic Injury

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in Blog Posts, Personal Injury
What is a Catastrophic Injury

If you were in a serious car wreck, suffered from a work injury, or any other serious related accident many might consider it a catastrophic injury. Well, you might be wondering, what is a catastrophic injury. It is typically a serious injury that occurs unexpectedly leaving the victim with life-changing and long term affects. Types of Catastrophic Injuries Spinal cord injury Brain injury Head or face injury Nerve Damage Paralysis Neurological damage Burns Amputations While these are some of the major catastrophic injuries there are many others that can occur, leaving you to deal with the pain and suffering long term. There...

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