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Repetitive stress injuries: Are they covered by workers’ comp?
Going to work can seem like a tedious task that never seems to change very much. One day is much the same as the day before for many people in a variety of different occupations. And this repetition may not just be boring and predictable: it could actually be bad…
Listing of Impairments
Social Security Ruling 96-5p recognizes that your treating doctors are usually the best source of finding of medical information determining whether your condition meets the Listing of Impairments requirements. Often time this requires presenting detailed questionnaires to the physician along with a copy of the applicable regulations for his/her review.…
Truck cargo can present safety risk in the event of a crash
When you think about injuries suffered in a serious motor vehicle accident, you probably think of those that happen when two vehicles collide. You likely imagine broken bones, brain injuries, spinal cord damage and maybe burns and lacerations. These are all unfortunately common, but there are other types of injuries…
Families who lose loved ones to a workplace accident can look to the Workers Compensation Act
It is a sad fact that workplace accidents in North Carolina are a fairly common occurrence. The North Carolina Workers Compensation Act provides employees a remedy by ensuring that the employee receives medical treatment and payment for disability caused by a workplace accident. But did you know that the Workers Compensation Act…
What are ‘Compassionate Allowances’?
If you have a disabling condition, you already know that it can affect just about every aspect of your life. You can become more dependent on your loved ones; you might require ongoing care and regular hospital visits; you can be dealing with incredible amounts of stress, sadness and anxiety.…
Most common injuries suffered in workplace accidents
No matter what type of job you have, there is the potential that you could be seriously injured at work. While there are numerous ways to safeguard yourself and other workers that may be industry-specific, the risk of getting hurt or worse exists whether you work in an office building,…
Medical Condition Guidelines
Social Security Administration has established some specific guidelines for many different medical conditions. If your physical or mental condition meets these guidelines (known as the Listing of Impairments) it greatly increases the likelihood that you will be granted benefits. Also, if your condition does not exactly meet the criteria established…
Family members: You can be eligible for disability benefits too
Readers of this blog should be well aware that people who have severe, disabling illnesses and injuries are often eligible for government support through Social Security disability benefits. However, you might not know that family members of SSDI recipients may also qualify for benefits. These benefits can be of great help for…
Transportation workers face serious risks on the job
There are certain industries that come with more serious risks of injuries than other industries. For instance, if you work in public transportation in North Carolina, then you likely spend much more time in vehicles than other people, which can increase your chances of getting injured in an auto accident.…
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