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The Importance of Workers’ Compensation Records in Social Security Disability Claims
If one of the reasons why you are unable to work stems from a workers’ compensation injury, please make sure your attorney knows all the physicians you were sent to for evaluation and treatment. The only one concern that exists is that the doctors used by the workers’ compensation insurance…
The Importance of Insurance Company Medical Records in Social Security Disability Claims
Claimants who are receiving long-term disability from an insurance company either from an individual policy or through an employer are required to obtain assessments from treating physicians indicating the severity of their impairments and affect upon the ability to work. In many such cases, these forms can be used with…
OSHA cites hummus processing plant after fatal workplace accident
Hundreds and even thousands of workers in North Carolina and across the country are involved in workplace accidents each year. These accidents can often have catastrophic consequences, whether a worker is seriously injured or killed. Recently, a hummus processing plant was slapped with $540,000 in fines from the Occupational Safety…
Report: North Carolina children exposed to unsafe farm work
Employment on a farm can entail long hours, hard work, risk of injury from work accidents, and exposure to pesticides and other potentially toxic substances. These occupational conditions and hazards are well known, but what may come as a surprise is that many of the workers who are subjected to…
The Importance of Vocational Rehabilitation Records in Social Security Disability Claims
State vocational rehabilitation agencies often evaluate individuals for job capability and, in many occasions, will order medical tests and reviews that can be very helpful in a Social Security disability case. If you have been evaluated by a state vocational rehabilitation agency, please make sure you let your attorney know…
The Importance of Employer Records in Social Security Disability Claims
Most people do not stop work immediately but start to have problems with absenteeism on the job as their condition worsens. It can be helpful to obtain proof of this from an employer to document the practical impact that your condition or conditions had on your ability to maintain regular…
NFL team owner backs bill limiting workers’ compensation benefits
The National Football League 2014 Draft has recently concluded leaving teams and players alike excited about the upcoming season on the field. However, it is one team’s moves off the field that are causing a stir within the league and state legislature. The owner of the Saints, an NFL team…
The Importance of Emergency Room Medical Reports in Social Security Disability Claims
Emergency room medical reports are particularly valuable for claimants who suffer from conditions such as epilepsy, asthma, or anxiety. Seeking treatment on multiple occasions over a long period of time help document these kinds of difficulties and usually need to be supplemented by ongoing outpatient treatment. Please make sure your…
Many workplace accidents prevalent and preventable
According to a new report released by the National Council on Occupational Safety and Health, workplace injuries are far too common in North Carolina and around the country. More than 50,000 employees die each year as a result of injuries sustained on the job. This is quite upsetting, considering the…
The Importance of Hospital Records in Social Security Disability Claims
There are many types of records created when you are admitted to the hospital. These include the following: admission summary, discharge summary, physician’s progress note, consultant physician reports, surgeon reports, pathology reports, x-ray/radiological evaluations, lab reports, and other special reports such as EKG, EEG, and pulmonary function studies. It is…
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