Best in Show or Halloween Hazard? Costume Safety Tips for Kids For many kids, picking out a costume is the best part of Halloween. Will they be a spooky witch, a wildcat, or their favorite superhero? There are so many options! But in all the fun, it can be easy for parents to overlook certain risks that Halloween costumes can pose. Here are important safety tips to remember when choosing the best Halloween costume. everywhere on Halloween night, so make sure your child’s costume isn’t a fire hazard. Most store-bought costumes are made from fire-resistant materials, but you should still check the labels on all costumes, wigs, and accessories. The same goes when you’re buying fabric for homemade costumes. And remember, fire-resistant is not the same as fireproof. While fire-resistant material takes longer to burn and can be put out quickly, it can still catch fire and cause serious injuries. Remind your child to use caution around open flames and avoid costumes with flimsy, hanging components, like flowing sleeves, long skirts, and capes. TEST MAKEUP FIRST. Halloween is a great time to have fun with face paint, and makeup is a good alternative to masks, which can obscure a child’s vision. LOOK FOR FIRE-RESISTANT COSTUMES. Candles inside jack-o’-lanterns and other open flames are
However, a lot of costume makeup isn’t approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Before letting your child cover their face in makeup from the Halloween store, test their skin for allergic reactions by putting just a little bit on the back of their hand first. PRACTICE PROP SAFETY. What’s a Jedi Knight without her lightsaber or a wizard without his magic wand? The right accessories can really bring a costume together, but it’s important that props — especially weapon props, like swords, knives, or guns — are not mistaken for the real thing. Choose props that are obviously fake, with round edges made from soft, flexible material. And if your child wants to wear their Halloween costume to school or some other event, check the rules on props beforehand to avoid any trouble.
Halloween is a night for ghosts and goblins to come out to play, and with these tips, your kids can safely dress up and join in the fun.
My Social Security Disability Claim Was Denied What Do I Do Now?
of monthly earnings and is based on the current economic environment. Sounds pretty simple, right? Well, here’s the rub: Social Security denies about 70 percent of all claims on first application. You should not take that denial as a final answer — people reviewing claims are trained to deny if they have any doubt. Luckily, there is an appeals process that will allow you to present your case in full. The appeals process, however, can be complicated and intimidating. That’s why it’s so important to work with an experienced disability attorney who can help you get the compensation you deserve. When it comes to filing a claim for disability, it is hard to do it right. Oftentimes, what a client believes is important for their case will have no effect on it. Alternatively, something a client thinks is unimportant to their case may be crucial. Understanding the importance of certain factors could make all the difference. If you’ve been denied a valid SSD claim and need help with an appeal, contact our office today at 407-871-3191.
Our Social Security Administration offers benefits for disabled individuals who are unable to work. There are two avenues to receive these benefits. The first is through Social Security Disability (SSD), and the second is through Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Today, we’ll discuss the SSD claims process and why you may need a disability attorney to help you navigate it. In theory, the SSD claims process is simple. The Social Security Administration looks for five criteria in order to approve your claim. To qualify, a person must meet the following conditions: • Have a condition that is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death. • Be under the age of 65. • Have worked five of the last 10 years from the determined date of disability onset. • Live in the United States or one of its territories. • Have a physical or mental disability (or both) that prevents them from engaging in substantial gainful activity.* *Substantial gainful activity means earning enough to be able to support yourself. It’s measured in terms
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