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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…
Mental Injuries Under the Workers’ Compensation Act
Mental injuries by accident are covered under the North Carolina Workers Compensation Act. Mental impairments are compensable as long as the resulting disability meets the statutory requirements, namely injury by accident or occupational disease requirements. An injury by accident is defined as “an unexpected, unusual or undersigned occurrence.” Where a Plaintiff…
Upper Extremities
The inability to use one or both hands to perform fine and gross movements can very seriously impact an individual’s ability to perform substantial work activity. To be able to use the upper extremities effectively, an individual must be able to reach, push, pull, grasp and finger. Difficulty in performing…
Does your work injury qualify you for workers’ compensation?
Did you suffer a work injury while on the job in North Carolina? Has your workplace injury left you unable to return to work, facing mounting medical bills and unsure of your financial future? If you answered yes to both questions, your work injury may qualify you for workers’ compensation.…
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