The first consideration in handling a total disability claim is whether the petitioner qualifies under workers' compensation law for permanent total disability benefits. It is quite common for a ...

Sophie Venz is a former Deputy Editor at Forbes Advisor. She is an experienced editor and features reporter, and has previously worked in the small business and start-up reporting space. Previously ...

The California Supreme Court reversed a decision of the court of appeal. The court held that a disabled worker’s statutory cost of living adjustments had to be calculated and applied prospectively ...

Retired players will see bumps to pensions and an expansion to those who can receive them. But the win comes at a cost to benefits for players who are on total or permanent disability. By Ken Belson ...