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What's a "Reasonable" Accommodation?

If you have recently been injured or have a physical or medical condition that makes it difficult to perform your job duties, your employer may be required to provide you with a reasonable accommodation. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, has a history or record of such an impairment, or is perceived as having such an impairment must be given a reasonable accommodation in the workplace unless it causes the employer undue hardship. What exactly does that mean?

Can I Sue my HOA for a Slip and Fall?

Slip and fall accidents can—and often-times do—happen anywhere. Injuries from slips, trips, or falls are usually minor, normally resulting in mere scrapes, scratches, or bruises. However, some slip and fall injuries are not so superficial. Broken bones or mild-severe traumatic brain injuries can require major medical attention and may have lasting effects on an individual’s health.

Common Questions About Pregnancy Discrimination at Work in California

When you first find out you are expecting, there are a million details to be excited and nervous about. Pregnancy takes a toll on the body and even a comparatively "easy" and uncomplicated pregnancy creates new physical challenges and restrictions.

Pregnancy Leave in the State of Texas, What are Your Rights?

Women in the American workforce are granted a number of rights when (and if) they decide to bare children. These federal regulations protect women from worker discrimination—on the basis of their pregnancy, of course—and offer a certain amount of unpaid leave. In some instances, federal laws are expanded by state-mandates as well as company-specific policies. In-fact, around 14 different state legislators offer women supplementary rights when pregnant at work.

The Basics of a Sexual Harassment at Work Lawsuit

Being the victim of sexual harassment in the workplace can put an individual in a very uncomfortable position. You simply want to go to work and do your job without being subjected to physical or verbal harassment and when you depend on your paycheck, as most people do, you might fear losing your job by speaking up.

Tinnitus After an Accident?

You were recently in a motor vehicle accident and now you can't seem to shake this ringing noise in your ears. After going to the doctor, you received a diagnosis of tinnitus. Now, you are wondering what tinnitus is and whether you can file a claim for damages based on this condition.

Hearing Loss After an Accident. How is it Caused?

You were recently in a motor vehicle accident and besides the typical physical discomfort you would expect, you have noticed an unusual symptom— hearing loss or a ringing in your ear. While you don't know how the accident could have caused a problem with your hearing, you know that the ringing sound or loss of hearing occurred right after your motor vehicle accident.

Brain Injury Symptoms to Look Out for After an Accident

Typically, when you think about injuries sustained in an automobile accident, you think of broken bones and whiplash. However, impact to the head or even severe whiplash can also cause brain injury.

What Should I Do if I'm Hurt While Working on a Construction Site?

If you have been injured while working on a construction site, you may be wondering if you can recover damages for the injuries you sustained and—if so—from who and with what type of claim? All of these questions depend on the specific facts of your case.

What is Business Interruption Insurance?

At first glance, “business interruption” seems easy to understand. It provides coverage if your business is interrupted. These policies can have some tricky details, though.

5 Things Every Business Owner Should Know About Business Interruption Insurance

Business interruption insurance is one type of policy that will defend you in case of unexpected strife. The aim of this coverage is to protect owners from financial loss in times of temporary, but prolonged closure—in other words, interruption.

Can I Sue my HOA for Unsafe Conditions?

When you suffer major injuries from a slip and fall, you have every right to take legal action against the individual or entity responsible for your slip, trip, or fall. Your Homeowners Association, or HOA, is no exception.

Are Grocery Stores Liable When I Slip and Fall?

Tripping, slipping, or falling is many-times inconsequential. However in some instances, a fall—even from a short distance—can have serious health implications. Slip and fall accidents occur in grocery stores rather frequently. Store owners, as well as their paid employees, have a legal responsibility to keep their facilities safe for their patrons.

Can I Sue the City for Tripping on Uneven Sidewalks?

The short answer: yes. You are always entitled to take legal action if you suffer injuries as a consequence of someone else’s imprudent actions, regardless of who they are. As one may expect however, filing an action against the city—or state, or any governmental body for that matter—comes with its own set of challenges and procedures.

The Basics of a Slip and Fall Case

It happens to the best of us; we slip, we fall, we hurt ourselves. The majority of the time, we spring back up and continue on. Unfortunately in some instances, the injuries sustained from a fall can be rather serious, requiring major medical attention and perhaps even leading to life-long disabilities.

6 Things Every Business Owner Should Know About Business Interruption Insurance

Potential Pitfalls of Critical Illness Insurance: 6 Things You Need To Know

If your critical illness insurance claim was denied, speak to one of our helpful claim advisors today to see if we can help.

6 Things to Know About Pre-Existing Conditions and Life Insurance

If your life insurance claim was denied due to a pre-existing condition, speak to one of our helpful claim advisors today to see if we can help.

Check These 5 Things About Your Health Insurance Before Your Next Vacation

If your insurer is giving you a hard time with your health insurance, give us a call at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help.

Is Your Insurance Dragging Its Feet?

If your insurance company is dragging its feet, contact ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you deserve.

5 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do With Whole Life Insurance

If your insurer is giving you a hard time with your life insurance, speak to one of our claim advisors at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help.

8 Steps To Take If Your Health Insurance Claim Is Denied

If your health insurance claim is denied, contact one our claim advisors at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you deserve.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Your Life Insurance Policy

If your insurer is giving you a hard time with your life insurance, give us a call at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help.

The Golden Rule In Insurance - If It's Not in Writing, It Didn't Happen

If your insurance claim was denied for any reason, speak to one of our claim advisors at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you were promised.

5 Ways To Save Money on Your Homeowners Insurance

If your homeowners insurance is giving you a hard time, speak with one of our claim advisors to see if we can help.

3 Reasons Why You Were Denied Harvoni And What You Can Do About It

If your request for Harvoni was denied by your insurance company, contact ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you were promised.

5 Ways To Save On Insurance Premiums

If your insurance company is giving you a hard time, speak to one of our claim advisors at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help.

8 Steps To Take If Your Property Insurance Claim Was Denied

If your property insurance claim has been denied, contact ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you were promised.

6 Common Mistakes When Purchasing A Business Owner's Policy

If you’re claim under a Business Owner’s Policy has been denied, contact ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you were promised.

6 Steps for Appealing a Denied Life Insurance Claim

If your life insurance claim has been denied, speak to an experienced claim advisor at ClaimCounsel who can help get the benefits you were promised.

4 Reasons Why Insurance Claims Are Denied

If your insurance claim was denied for any reason, speak to one of our claim advisors at ClaimCounsel to see if we can help get the benefits you were promised.

Any Occupation vs. Own Occupation

If your disability claim has been denied, speak to an experienced claim advisor at ClaimCounsel who can assist you.

7 Reasons Why Your LTD Claim Was Denied

If your LTD claim was denied, speak to an experienced claim advisor at RightCounsel who can help get the benefits you were promised.