Read Top Disability Headlines and Articles from http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com en-us http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/02/new-york-personal-injury-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-comments-on-the-likely-cause-of-fatal-new-york-elevator-accident-260868.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York personal injury lawyer David Perecman comments on the outcome of the Buildings Department investigation into the New York elevator accident that killed an advertising executive. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/02/new-york-construction-accident-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-comments-on-ues-scaffold-collapse-close-call-260873.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York construction accident lawyer David Perecman comments on an Upper East Side scaffold collapse that came close to seriously injuring a 4 year old girl. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/02/the-importance-of-applying-for-ssdi-benefits-after-a-serious-diagnosis-260938.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT It can take several months before SSDI benefits are approved. Because SSDI benefits provide crucial support, it is important to file for them as soon as possible. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/02/eagle-ford-shale-brings-injuries-and-potential-for-new-wealth-260936.htm Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Eagle Ford shale is arguably the most important economic variable in South Texas. However, worker safety may be compromised in the pursuit of profits. Learn more about potential accidents and what injured workers are entitled to after an accident. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/2/kendal-reynoso-lukrich-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-photography-260882.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ms. Lukrich is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others with photography http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/2/loek-koene-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-project-management-260887.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Mr. Koene saved a company that was slated for closure, preserving the jobs of hundreds of disabled workers http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/02/when-do-i-need-a-personal-injury-lawyer-260282.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence or reckless behavior, you will need a personal injury lawyer to determine if you have a valid legal claim. Most personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/2/andrea-rifkin-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-autism-care-260594.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ms. Rifkin has dedicated more than 25 years to serving the needs of the autistic community http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/mike-ditkas-gridiron-greats-assistance-fund-hosts-three-online-super-bowl-xlvi-auctions-260117.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Auctions include Super Bowl tickets, Experience with Mike Ditka, Tailgate tickets, Meet and Greets, VIP parties and special performance by Kyle Turley. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/coastal-orthopaedics-and-sports-medicine-facility-in-new-port-richey-florida-joins-mike-ditkas-gridiron-greats-assistance-fund-ggaf-medical-program-260125.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Peter Candelora of Coastal Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine to provide pro bono surgical and medical services to retired NFL players in dire need. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/ameriglide-is-excited-to-announce-their-newest-stair-lift-the-ameriglide-rubex-259777.htm Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT AmeriGlide, an online retailer of stair lifts for the disabled and elderly, is excited to announce their newest stair lift: the AmeriGlide Rubex. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/abilities-possibilities-expo-set-for-february-14-in-sarasota-florida-259802.htm Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Stroke Association of Florida will host its first Abilities Possibilities Expo in Sarasota, Florida http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/new-study-finds-green-jobs-are-not-necessarily-safer-jobs-259369.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Workers on green construction projects face more safety risks than those on conventional sites. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/attorney-george-martin-elected-to-chairman-of-west-vincent-planning-commission-259044.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Martin Banks founding partner, George Martin was elected to Chairman of the West Vincent Township Planning Commission in Chester County, PA. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/department-of-labor-expands-benefits-eligibility-for-nuclear-workers-258378.htm Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Department of Energy workers involved in environmental remediation at uranium mill sites should be aware of a recent expansion in compensation benefits under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA). http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/new-workers-comp-guidelines-could-impact-injured-workers-in-new-york-258381.htm Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Explore the nuances of the new workers' compensation guidelines that go into effect in 2012. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/memory-of-wisconsin-state-fair-flash-mob-attacks-revives-topic-of-hate-crime-enhancements-258137.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Wisconsin andquot;hate crimeandquot; punishment enhancements can mean a significantly longer prison term or probation period. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/center-for-autism-and-related-disorders-hosts-open-house-for-card-virginia-school-for-families-of-students-with-autism-spectrum-disorders-258065.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT The CARD Virginia School Open House will be held on February 9, 14, and 27 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, and on March 8, 14, 20, and 26 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at 5400 Shawnee Road, Ste. 208 in Alexandria. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/1/dorinda-wolfe-murray-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-garden-design-258049.htm Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dorinda Wolfe Murray specializes in designing gardens for clients with neural disabilities http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/disability-benefits-for-serious-illness-may-be-immediately-available-257355.htm Sun, 15 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT The SSA may be able to award you disability benefits for immediate use. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/evan-guthrie-law-firm-to-teach-two-estate-planning-classes-at-libraries-256884.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina is scheduled to teach two classes on the subject of estate planning at local libraries this week. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/new-york-civil-rights-violation-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-condemns-firebomb-attacks-on-nyc-sites-including-a-mosque-and-hindu-temple-256585.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York civil rights violation lawyer David Perecman comments on the string of fire bombings in Queens that included an Islamic Center, a Hindu Temple and a bodega. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/brytons-bath-now-offering-bath-tub-remodels-tub-to-shower-conversions-and-full-bathroom-remodeling-makeovers-in-winston-salem-greensboro-high-point-nc-adding-to-the-raleigh-durham-greenville-areas-256597.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT North Carolina bathroom remodeling company is expanding installation services. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/3rd-annual-rimau-wheelchair-basketball-tournament-presented-by-athletes-unlimited-and-dmc-rehabilitation-institute-of-michigan-256567.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Wheelchair Basketball Tournament January 14-15, 2012 at Beechwood Recreation Center, Southfield, MI 48033. Games will be played from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/options-physical-medicine-amp-rehabilitation-center-welcomes-new-medical-director-256691.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Lou Citarelli joins practice to oversee knee surgery prevention program http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/spine-institute-northwest-launches-website-256342.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Seattle-based Spine Institute Northwest recently launched a new website designed to serve patients who are looking for minimally invasive, safe and effective options for back pain relief. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/1/nita-block-hayes-nha-cbis-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-longterm-care-256361.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Nita Hayes is dedicated to mentoring staff in supporting individuals with disabilities to live a happy life in their community http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/vocational-experts-role-in-determining-disability-for-social-security-255727.htm Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT If you are initially denied an application for Social Security benefits, you have the option to appeal the initial denial. At the appeals stage, a vocational expert may testify at your hearing. http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/1/mary-ellen-ruggiero-brod-named-a-vip-member-of-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-legal-services-255778.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Mary Brod has dedicated more than a decade to her profession http://www.disabilitynewsarticles.com/disability_articles/2012/01/take-stock-of-aging-parents-health-in-the-new-year-255641.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Libet Callahan, RN, BSN, president of the South Shore based Right At Home Offers 5-Minute Online Assessment Tool