Social Security: Providing disability benefits for 60 years

August 1, 2016, marked the 60th anniversary of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956.

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Social Security Disability is available to anyone who paid in enough taxes to qualify. SSI or Supplemental Security Income is available to those who meet certain income and asset guidelines. You must prove that you medically qualify for both disability programs.

Owner of tour bus in crash that killed 13 had faced previous negligence lawsuits – LA Times

The owner and operator of the tour bus involved in the Desert Hot Springs crash that left 13 people dead had been previously sued at least twice for negligence after collisions with vehicles, one of which ended in three deaths.

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Horrible tragedy. One of the reasons for civil lawsuits involving negligent acts is to deter others. No amount of damages will bring back loved ones who died.

Accident ties up traffic on I-55 at Springfield

Rush-hour traffic was tied up in both directions on Interstate 55 Friday afternoon following an incident that apparently led to an accident near

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Not paying attention to traffic ahead of you and changing lanes recklessly are violations that may result in civil damages if they cause personal injuries.