Californians afflicted with carpal tunnel syndrome may experience symptoms in their hands such as weakness, numbness/tingling or loss or coordination. According to the Mayo Clinic, several factors can contribute to the development of CTS. For example, women are...
People who work hard might look at their paycheck stub and notice that they are paying a FICA tax. This is a broad term for a group of taxes covered by the Federal Insurance Contributions Act. These include the Social Security taxes that are formally known as the...
California residents who have been the victim of a crime, served in combat or experienced an accident may develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. If you have experienced a traumatic event, you may suffer from symptoms such as anxiety, flashbacks or...
When you went to work on that fateful day, you felt great. In fact, you thought that the workday would go quickly and that you'd soon be heading out on your week of vacation. You almost couldn't believe it when you noticed your coworker making a basic mistake on the...
After you file a claim to receive Social Security disability benefits in California, someone from the Social Security Administration will review the information you provided and either approve or deny your request. If you receive a denial letter, you have the right...
The shipping industry is a huge part of the Los Angeles economy. Many workers in this area depend on the ports as their source of income. Companies that hire these workers take steps to ensure that the working conditions are as safe as possible but all risks are...
If you have rheumatoid arthritis, you know that some days you can move freely, with no joint issues and on other days the pain is debilitating. At the , we understand that you may need financial assistance to help pay for physical therapy...
If you think a loved one may have schizophrenia, then it is imperative to try to get him or her help. This condition can be debilitating and even dangerous. California doctors can offer help to you and the person with the diagnosis, but the first step is identifying...
When you have a disability, your financial future can feel incredibly uncertain. After all, a disability will likely preclude you from keeping a job, especially a good-paying job. Thankfully, the Social Security Disability program allows people who have worked their...
You have suffered a recent injury that has left you learning to cope with a new physical disability. As you start the process of healing and learning how to function with your new limitation, you will also be faced with the task of overcoming emotional setbacks as you...
