As a North Carolina disability claimant, you might be a bit confused – candidly, even bewildered – by the various ins and outs relevant to your claim’s processing. There are a lot of them, aren’t there? And they can feature every step of the way, from the initial application stage…
It can be easy to confuse the Social Security and Social Security Disability programs. They have similar names and are both administered by the Social Security Administration. But as our wise Charlotte readers know, Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are for workers who have become severely disabled due to an…
Motorists in North Carolina may be surprised to learn that distracted driving is as dangerous as driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Anyone with doubts regarding this fact needs only to look at a few statistics to understand the dangers of distracted driving. Distracted driving vs. drunk…
Biking often comes with a lot of financial and health benefits. Enjoying the fresh air and not having to deal with the expense of owning a car can feel like a load off of your back. But unfortunately, as you are probably well aware, the physical build of a bicycle…
An injury at work has limited your mobility, thus your ability to perform job-related duties. Your situation represents a prime example of when a person should pursue workers’ compensation benefits. How will you be able to provide for your family and pay your bills? Well, workers’ compensation, temporarily, will help…
er your injury, you found that you had insurmountable medical bills in addition to auto repair costs and lost wages. You will have to rely on a settlement or an award to cover your many damages. However, many insurance providers try to recover their payments from the money that injured…
Nurses in North Carolina care for other people all day long. To stay healthy and strong, it’s important that nurses care for themselves too. Practicing good self-care is also an important way that nurses can avoid common workplace injuries. Getting enough sleep Nurses often work long shifts under stressful conditions.…
Getting into a car crash can be emotionally, physically, and financially devastating. There are so many things that have to be dealt with right away, and the entire situation can feel overwhelming. In this state of mind, it can be really easy for North Carolina residents to make serious mistakes…
Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder. Its best-known symptom is excessive sleepiness in the daytime. People in the Charlotte area with narcolepsy can fall asleep at virtually any time. Other symptoms include hallucinations, changes in REM sleep, sleep paralysis and, in some cases, sudden loss of muscle tone (known as…
For drivers in some parts of North Carolina, winter is one of the most dangerous times to be on the road. Unfortunately, driving through snow and ice is frequently unavoidable. If you have to be on the road, here’s some tips on staying safe while driving through poor weather conditions.…