Month: March 2019

A lower back strain is a common injury often caused by overexertion, a slip-and-fall accident or motor vehicle crash. If you're suffering from this injury, your doctor can conduct an examination and order a variety of tests to determine exactly what's happening.If...

If a physical or mental disability limits your ability to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. To receive benefits, you must have a condition that has lasted for a minimum of 12 months or is likely to result in your passing.Completing...

A broken collarbone is a serious injury, as it can result in pain, discomfort and immobility for an extended period of time. If you suspect this injury, it's important to receive immediate medical attention.After a physical exam, your doctor can run a variety of tests...

A John Wayne Airport worker was killed on the job on the evening of Feb. 19 while working on a 4-foot-tall tire in a workshop just below Gate 3. The incident was first reported to emergency dispatch just after 11:30 p.m.Investigators who interviewed another employee...

Imagine this: You suffer a knee injury on the job, and assume that you'll be back on your feet within a couple days. However, after receiving a medical diagnosis, you learn that you're a candidate for knee replacement surgery.While you're not required to proceed with...