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Unsuccessful Work Attempt
According to the unsuccessful work attempt rule, employment activity does not demonstrate an ability to engage in substantial gainful activity if, after working no more than six months, an individual either stops work or reduces it below substantial gainful activity level for reasons related to his/her mental and physical impairments.…
Relief from pain in the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation System
What happens if you have healed from your workers compensation injury, but you still have severe pain? Say for instance you fell from a ladder and tore your ACL. After surgery and weeks of physical therapy, you are nearly healed, but you still have severe pain that keeps you from…
Why was my workers’ compensation claim denied?
Work-related injuries can happen in any workplace across North Carolina. In general, a person who suffers one of these injuries will be able to secure workers’ compensation benefits to help cover the cost of medical treatment and time away from work that may be necessary. However, these benefits are not…
SSR 83-34
Social Security Ruling 83-34 states that self-employment will be considered substantial gainful activity if the individual renders significant services to or receives a substantial income from the business. It is important to provide detailed information about self-employment activities to your attorney so that this can be fully evaluated.
Can I keep working while collecting disability?
Being mentally or physically disabled can dramatically change a person’s life. They may no longer be able to do things like drive, take care of themselves or engage in activities they used to enjoy. Considering all the ways a person’s life can change in the wake of a disabling condition,…
SSR 83-33
Social Security Ruling 83-33 states that for work to be considered substantial gainful activity it must meet one of three tests. The first test focuses on accountable earnings. It is often possible that out of pocket medical care can be deducted in many situations from accountable earnings. The second and…
Pay attention: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
While every driver is encouraged to stay alert and put their phone away whenever they are behind the wheel, the tragic fact is that this doesn’t always happen. Whenever we get on the road and look at the drivers around us, it doesn’t take long before we spot someone looking…
Pay attention: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
While every driver is encouraged to stay alert and put their phone away whenever they are behind the wheel, the tragic fact is that this doesn’t always happen. Whenever we get on the road and look at the drivers around us, it doesn’t take long before we spot someone looking…
Pain Medication
In many situations, use of prescribed pain medication may significantly diminish an individual’s pain; however, it may also result in adverse side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or disorientation that make it difficult for an individual to function. If this is the situation you face it is essential that your…
Study reveals link between sleep apnea and worker safety
When you get up to go to work in the morning, you might need a caffeine boost or a little extra time to wake yourself up. This is not all that uncommon, but if you find that you are sleepy throughout the day most days, you could be suffering from…
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