The Social Security Administration has long recognized the importance of supporting individuals with disabilities in their efforts to re-enter the workforce. In fact, the SSA reports that roughly 30% of people getting SSDI have a job. One of the key initiatives to aid...
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5 common injuries that lead to a workers’ comp claim
While some jobs have fewer safety risks, any job creates the potential for an injury to happen. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 2.6 million workplace injuries and illnesses occurred in 2021. In many of the cases, the severity of the injuries requires time...
Pitfalls that can delay your SSDI approval
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance can be a lengthy and complex process. Your approval largely depends on the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in the application. Understanding the common pitfalls that delay approval can help you...
Appealing a denied SSDI claim
As a North Carolina resident who is unable to earn a living due to a serious injury or illness, you may turn to the U.S. Social Security Administration for help. Social Security Disability Insurance is a type of government benefit that helps qualifying Americans get...
Workers’ compensation may be available for workers with herniated disks
Workers in all industries risk injury during their employment. The back is one of the most commonly injured areas of all major body parts. Major back injuries include herniated disks. Disks are rubbery cushions between the bones of your vertebrae. A tough exterior...
The most common workers’ compensation claims for nurses
Nursing is a demanding field with many risks for workplace injuries. As a nurse, you should recognize the inherent risks in your job, especially given the level of responsibility held in that role. There are a few common sources of workers’ compensation claims for...
Is fibromyalgia eligible for workers comp?
There is some debate among the medical community over the condition of fibromyalgia, but this is an officially recognized condition by the American Medical Association. Those who deal with fibromyalgia experience extreme discomfort and tenderness in the tendons,...
What is substantial gainful activity?
To qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, you cannot be able to perform substantial gainful activity. The Social Security Administration defines SGA as your ability to earn a certain amount of money. The SSA sets a limit to represent SGA, which changes each...
Is schizophrenia a disability?
Despite tremendous advancements in the understanding of mental illness, many people still do not think of these conditions in the context of disability. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, nearly 1.5 million adults in North Carolina live with a...
Did you suffer from an internal injury on a construction site?
The construction industry can sometimes feel like a hazardous bed of various potential injuries just waiting to happen. Some of these injuries, such as internal injuries, can even have a potentially fatal impact. Internal injuries can involve the abdomen, chest or...