Head Social Security attorney, Blair Biser takes on 5 questions about Social Security Disability. If you have a question about Social Security Disability, do not hesitate to send it to us and we’ll get you the answer promptly. You can e-mail your question to wsc@lawyernc.com. Do different Social Security laws…
What do I do if I suspect nursing home abuse? You should immediately notify the head of the nursing home and document it in writing. Ask them to investigate and call you. Make more frequent visits unexpectedly. Keep a close eye on the abused person. Follow up on your request….
In North Carolina, 84% of people involved in motorcycle accidents between 2001-2006 suffered severe personal injuries, with 12% of those resulting in disability. Across the country, eighty percent of reported motorcycle crashes result in serious injury. It is crucial that everyone involved in a motorcycle accident gets medical attention regardless…
Choosing a Nursing Home for a loved is a very important decision in a person’s life. There is never enough information available to consume while the decision is being reached. Today while looking around the Internet we found a great guide with 10 tips from Karen Westerberg Reyes which is…
Slips and falls are among the most common workplace injuries. The National Safety Council reports that they’re the leading cause of death in the workplace and are responsible for more than 20 percent of all disabling injuries. Workers in every industry need to keep their eyes on the ground and…
Heart A majority of studies found that the heart defects associated with Paxil are septal defects in both the atrium and ventricle. Septums are walls in the heart that divide the right and left side. The left side of the heart is used to pump oxygenated blood throughout the body…
It is vital that a person who is seeking disability benefits keep sound medical records. This is where the rubber meets the road so to speak. For an example of why this step is so important, read the following hypothetical situations: Jerry Jerry approaches you and says that he owns…
What happens if my Reconsideration is denied? You have the opportunity to request a hearing with an administrative law judge. The judge will review all of the evidence in your file to determine whether Disability Determination Services made a mistake. Many denials are overturned at the hearing level. Who will…
Fibromyalgia also referred to as FM or FMS, is a syndrome which is defined by discomfort and pain in muscles, ligaments and tendons in the body. The medical condition affects over six million in the United States. The pain is usually not centrally located and can be felt over the…
It is well known that when one applies for Social Security Disability that the process to be approved or denied may be a long one, but select medical conditions can be approved over the course of days rather than months. The Social Security Administration calls these conditions “Compassionate Allowances.” These…
