In his farewell address to shareholders, former Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos delved deeply into the topic of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace. Corporations need to be aware of this topic because of the burden of expense these injuries place on a company. In Kansas...
Year: 2021
Understanding a continuing disability review
Many individuals who file a Social Security disability claim are not approved because they lack the minimum tax credits reflected in their working career. Filing for disability before age 62 requires applicants to apply first based on their eligibility for Social...
When firing a worker is wrongful termination
Most workers in Kansas and around the country are at-will employees. This means that their employers can fire them at any time and for any or no reason without facing any legal consequences. However, there are situations when firing a worker either violates federal or...
Common warehouse safety violations
Kansas warehouse workers regularly perform job responsibilities in confined areas where multiple operations are constantly in motion. The adage within the distribution center industry that there is always something to do in a warehouse is definitely true. What this...
Do you have a valid wrongful termination claim?
Most people in Kansas earn an income by working for a company. Unfortunately, there's no guarantee that the relationship between an employee and their employer will always go well. If this happens, it can lead to an employee being wrongfully terminated. With that in...
Does Kansas have sexual harassment laws?
Every business in Kansas with four or more employees is beholden to state workplace discrimination laws. All companies with more than 15 workers must also adhere to federal standards outlined by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Federal sexual...
Are your SSDI benefits taxable?
Kansas residents who are unable to work due to a medical condition or other disability are eligible to receive Social Security Disability. This is a type of benefit provided by the Social Security Administration. One of the biggest questions that people have is...
Can you work and still collect SSDI benefits?
Social Security Disability Insurance is intended to help individuals who are disabled and unable to work to sustain themselves financially. If you're currently receiving SSDI benefits, you may be wondering whether or not you may try to pick up a part-time job. The...
The top causes of work-related back pain amongst nurses
Kansas nurses are often underappreciated for the number of hours they work helping patients who otherwise cannot help themselves. This equates to long periods of time on their feet, lifting and moving patients and working in awkward positions. The result of all of...
Accidents not covered under workers’ compensation
Most employees in Kansas are entitled to workers' compensation benefits if they are injured on the job. However, there are certain limited circumstances in which an on-the-job injury might not be covered by workers' compensation. Your location and your actions For...