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Examination of the Spine
When a physician checks your spine this should include a detailed description of gait (how you walk), range of motion of the spine, straight leg raising test from the sitting and lying down position, motor and sensory abnormalities, muscle spasms and deep tendon reflexes. Please be aware that a physician…
3 reasons why truckers cause crashes
Drivers in North Carolina share the roads with commercial vehicles every day. For the most part, we might not even notice them unless we get stuck behind one or see a huge truck merging onto the highway next to us. But in the event of an accident, tractor trailers have…
SSDI application denied? Don’t lose hope
Suffering a disabling injury or illness can change your entire life. On top of the ongoing pain and medical treatments you may have to endure, you can lose your ability to work and take care of yourself; your loved ones may have to take on added responsibilities and you can…
Medical Signs and Laboratory Findings
The Social Security Administration puts great reliance on so-called “objective” evidence of conditions that justify the functional limitations needed to prove a disability case. In the area of musculoskeletal impairments, this includes findings on x-ray imaging, computerized axial tomography (CAT scan) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scans), with or without…
Charlotte workers: Are you at risk of asbestos exposure?
If you are a homeowner, you may be somewhat familiar with asbestos, a toxic fiber that is found in many different materials that can often be found in buildings built before the 1980s. However, workers in many different industries also need to be familiar with asbestos because it has put…
What are common causes of North Carolina motor vehicle accidents?
Motor vehicle accidents in North Carolina occur for a variety of reasons. Some are the result of adverse weather conditions while others are the fault of drunk drivers. Which causes are most commonly pinpointed as causes for motor vehicle accidents in the state? According to accident statistics released by the…
Pain
Pain is common and important factor contributing to functional loss and proof of a disability case. If pain affects an individual’s ability to perform basic work activities it must be considered by the Social Security Administration if it is supported by medical evidence of a condition that could be reasonably…
You could be liable for subcontractors’ workplace accidents
In the state of North Carolina, the majority of employers are required by state law to carry workers’ compensation insurance for all of their employees, and this requirement extends to subcontractors. If your business is getting ready to hire a subcontractor, it may be wise to request proof of insurance.…
What are common causes of North Carolina motor vehicle accidents?
Motor vehicle accidents in North Carolina occur for a variety of reasons. Some are the result of adverse weather conditions while others are the fault of drunk drivers. Which causes are most commonly pinpointed as causes for motor vehicle accidents in the state? According to accident statistics released by the…
Inflammatory Arthritis
There are several types of inflammatory arthritis conditions that can support a claim for disability. These include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and sarcoidosis. The Social Security Administration has specific guidelines for each of these conditions and a knowledgeable disability attorney can provide the information your physician needs to evaluate your condition…
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