BAC Rutland

An Arizona utility worker’s case shouldn’t have been dismissed, a panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rules. His suit now goes to trial.
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Employment can play a major role in the recovery of wounded and injured service members. To support these brave men and women in their return to civilian life, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has launched two employment-related outreach programs for returning service members and their employers—REALifelines and America’s Heroes at Work.
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Congratulations to all NRA members and many others in the community for all the calls and e-mails you sent over the past several days.  Your grassroots’ advocacy worked!
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More than 3 million people in the U.S. have some form of epilepsy. While seizures come in various forms, those with epilepsy cope with similar issues: social stigma, complex treatment options and a feeling of powerlessness. Eight men, women and children discuss what it’s like to live with epilepsy. Listen to what they have to say.

In a blow to the movement arguing that vaccines lead to autism, a special court ruled on Thursday against three families seeking compensation from the federal vaccine-injury fund.  Both sides in the debate have been awaiting decisions in these test cases since hearings began in 2007; more than 5,000 similar claims have been filed.
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Impacts of Eligibility Rules and Program Characteristics

Report Highlights

This report by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living reviewed the impact of current financial eligibility rules and other characteristics of the Medicaid for Working People With Disabilities (WPWD) program on eligibility and enrollments, and assessed the degree to which the program promotes employment opportunities and ensures access to health coverage for Vermonters with disabilities. (more…)

Dr. Temple Grandin has become one of the world’s foremost autism experts, publishing books and giving lectures to thousands of people eager to understand autism from someone who is herself on the autism spectrum. In this speech to the AMP Center, Dr. Grandin discusses the important of early intervention, explains the signs of sensory overload and gives advice to parents and educators.

Focus on Autism and Aspergers video

Congressional leaders agreed yesterday on the details of a nearly $790 billion stimulus package, an unprecedented attempt by the federal government to jolt the economy, create millions of jobs and ease the financial woes facing individuals, businesses and states.
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Legislation recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would create a national commission charged with evaluating the effectiveness of state workers’ compensation laws.  Specifically, the National Commission on State Workers’ Compensation Laws Act, H.R. 635, would establish a separate body to evaluate state workers’ comp laws in order to determine whether the regulations provide an adequate, prompt and equitable system of compensation and medical care for injury or death arising in the course of employment.
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The Conference Board, a global business membership and research organization, announced the launch of a research/webcast series, “Maximizing Human Capital: Employees With Disabilities,” designed to discuss ways to engage diverse workers during today’s challenging economic environment.
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