Being injured on the job is no small thing. It can leave you with extensive pain that can last for weeks or months, and it can leave you facing financial uncertainty as you struggle to find a way to pay medical expenses and make up for lost wages. This is where a...
Month: January 2019
Scaffolding falls can serve as basis for workers’ compensation
On Behalf of Schott Mauss & Associates, PLLC | Jan 17, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
The construction industry is a dangerous one. Construction workers in Iowa are often tasked with performing their job duties near heavy machinery and moving vehicles, they are often exposed to toxic substances and they frequently operate at great heights. While...
Do you work in an industry where you are likely to get hurt?
On Behalf of Schott Mauss & Associates, PLLC | Jan 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
The risk of getting hurt on the job is a reality that every worker faces. The Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that in 2015, approximately three million workers suffered from either an illness or injury that was job-related. Over half...
Social Security disability’s work requirements
On Behalf of Schott Mauss & Associates, PLLC | Jan 3, 2019 | Social Security Disability
The sudden onset of an injury or illness can leave an individual in Iowa facing significant life changes. In some instances, a medical condition can leave a person unable to work. This can create serious financial hardship, as lost wages can leave one in a precarious...
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