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Aadhaar alone can't determine victim's age in accident claims: Chhattisgarh HC

Chhattisgarh High Court ruled insurers are not liable before policy issuance. The court found the tribunal wrongly used Aadhaar for age determination. This decision enhanced compensation for accident victims and their families. The court revised disability assessment for an injured claimant significantly. The ruling clarified insurance contract commencement dates and…

The Economic Times

Meta used AI to tag workers who took leave to be laid off, lawsuit claims

Lawsuit filed by dozens of employees says people who took maternity or disability leave were disproportionately selected for layoffs

The Guardian - US

SSA Is Releasing New Social Security Data in Stages—Here’s What Retirees Should Watch

For the millions of Americans who rely on monthly Social Security payments, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is more than just a government office… it...

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Supreme Court Fines Samay Raina, Four Others ₹3 Lakh Each for Violating Orders in Disability Case

The Supreme Court on Tuesday imposed a fine of ₹3 lakh each on stand-up comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina and four others for failing to comply with its earlier directions in a case related to allegedly insensitive remarks about persons with disabilities.

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Who is Darline Graham Nordone? She lost both parents young, now steps into Lindsey Graham's Senate seat. A look at her career and net worth

Darline Graham Nordone now serves as South Carolina's interim US Senator. She fills the seat left vacant by her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham. This appointment makes her the first woman to represent South Carolina in the Senate. Nordone previously worked in public service, focusing on disability employment opportunities. She lost…

The Economic Times

Burnham has a chance to overhaul Pip. Here’s what a truly progressive system could look like

Last week’s Timms report shows how disability is still vilified. But some pragmatic fixes would help both claimants and the economy, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK

Disability benefits: why we shouldn’t call it ‘welfare’

Letters: Susan Randall on Stephen Timms’ Pip review and those with longstanding mental illness and Ruth Lister on why social security spending shouldn’t be called ‘welfare’. Plus letters from Luke Howard and Katie Medd

The Guardian - UK

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How to serve up a year-old bill

Standing on the stage of a local high school in his reliably red Nebraska congressional district last week, Republican Rep. Mike Flood replied to a constituent who asked about disability benefits. “Well, under the one big beautiful bill —” he began on the livestream, then paused. The crowd had erupted…

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School Counselors Report 5 Biases Affecting Students With Disabilities

Students with disabilities continue to face barriers that go beyond academics. Many school counselors say that unconscious bias, outdated assumptions, and unequal expectations still shape how some students are treated in classrooms and school activities. While schools have made significant progress toward inclusion, experts agree that bias can quietly influence…

Kids Ain't Cheap

Slew of lawsuits over disability access frustrates US cafe and shop owners

Business owners say they’re being unfairly targeted – but disability advocates say violations must be dealt with

The Guardian - US

We Don't Talk Enough About How The Only Man To Win 2 Oscars For The Same Role Also Lost Both Hands In The Army

Get ready to cry.

Cinemablend

The Guardian view on disability benefits: Pip must not become another route for cuts

Editorial: Stronger European welfare states expose a Tory myth. Benefits can enable independence, work and growth

The Guardian - UK

Disability benefit system needs fundamental change amid rising costs – minister

Spending on Pip is forecast to rise from around £26 billion now to more than £41 billion by the end of the decade.

Evening Standard

PIP disability benefit ‘not fit for purpose’, Labour minister’s review finds

There will be more ‘challenging discussions’ on the future of the benefit, official report admits

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Pip review is an opportunity – and headache – for Andy Burnham

Attempts to add conditionality to Pip would be opposed by campaigners and Labour backbenchers

The Guardian - UK

Disability benefits system ‘not working’ Timms review finds

Interim report into Pip found process had systematic and deep-rooted problems and required bold and radical overhaul

Evening Standard

Disability benefits not fit for purpose and need bold reform, says Pip review

Pip is intended to help with everyday tasks and extra living costs if someone has a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability.

Kids Ain't Cheap

The “Quiet” IEP Denials: 5 Phrases Schools Use to Delay Services

Parents often expect an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting to end with clear answers, but that isn’t always what happens. Instead of an outright “no,” some families hear phrases that sound reasonable but can quietly delay evaluations or needed support. While many schools work hard to comply with federal law,…

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The Independent UK

Disability benefits face massive overhaul after Timms review findings

‘Our message is simple: Pip is not working,’ the review is expected to say

The Guardian - UK

Disability benefits in England and Wales not fit for purpose, Timms review to find

Exclusive: Landmark review by disability minister will call for ‘dehumanising’ assessment system to be redrawn

The Guardian - UK

What is the Timms review into Pip and what is it likely to conclude?

Campaigners fear report into disability benefits will seek to make cuts despite assurances that would not be its aim

The Independent UK

'Being Heumann,' about a disability rights activist, to open Toronto film festival

A film about the late disability rights activist Judith Heumann will open the 51st Toronto International Film Festival

The Independent UK

Six simple steps to tackle your estate planning

Contemplating your own death or disability isn’t particularly pleasant, but estate planning can bring peace of mind for you and your family

International Business Times UK

Social Security July Payment Dates: Full Schedule for Retirement, SSI, and Disability Benefits

Over 75 million Americans receive Social Security and SSI benefits. While payments schedules are usually based on birthdays, recipients face a three-Wednesdays cycle in July.

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Hannah Diviney On Disabled Representation & How To Be An Ally

July marks Disability Pride Month.

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