April 22, 2019
Requesting Accommodations at Work

Requesting Accommodations at Work

Reasonable accommodations at work are granted to all employees who qualify for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Any employee with a disability has the right to alternative working conditions that allow that employee to continue working despite having a disability. However, you will need evidence of and explanations for how your disability limits your abilities in order to qualify for accommodations. Try talking to a Philadelphia disability lawyer if you experience trouble trying to obtain these accommodations from your employer. Basics of Reasonable Accommodations The ADA demands employers with 15 or more employees to offer accommodations […]
April 1, 2019
Disability Benefits for Cancer

Disability Benefits for Cancer

Cancer is not something anyone wants to hear their doctor say because of the psychological and physical effects this disease can cause. Chemotherapy and biological treatments only add to the negative effects. This makes holding a job challenging due to the unpredictable nature of certain symptoms and the scheduling overlaps between work and treatment. Social security disability benefits are offered to cancer patients to make up for lost wages or low income. In some cases, you may be denied these benefits. Talk to a Philadelphia disability lawyer if this happens to you. Short-Term and Long-Term Benefits Social security benefits offer […]