Free Case Consultations 704-594-4317

Menu
Home  /  Blog  /  2018  /  July

Categories

Charlotte North Carolina
Legal Blog

Medical requirements to obtain Social Security Disability

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
  |     |  

Regardless of which medical impairment a person files a Social Security disability claim for, there are certain criteria that must be met, as defined by the Social Security Administration blue book. First, an impairment must be considered severe. This means that it should prevent a claimant from working full-time or performing…

North Carolina worker killed by falling dumpster

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
  |     |  

On July 16, 2018, a workplace accident at the Campbell’s Soup Plant in Maxton, North Carolina, resulted in the death of one man, and left another injured. According to an article by the Charlotte Observer, a dumpster was being relocated by a forklift when it tumbled off, landing on top…

North Carolina is a dangerous state for bicyclists

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
  |     |  

Every year, thousands of bicyclists travel on the roads for various reasons. Some want to get some exercise in, while others prefer avoiding the financial and environmental issues with cars. As the populations in major cities continue to increase, so do the number of bicyclists on every street corner, side…

Workers injured in propane plant explosion

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
  |     |  

According to a recent report, on Friday, July 6, 2018, an explosion in a North Carolina propane tank plant injured two workers. Though their injuries were considered non-life threatening, both workers were airlifted to a burn center. Susan Holder, Sampson County spokeswoman, told WSOC TV that an emergency call was…

Why does my work history matter for Social Security Disability?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
  |     |  

The process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a very long, very arduous one for many people. Upon receiving a denial of an initial claim, then slogging through the process of filing a reconsideration, a large majority of applicants still find themselves denied. Then it is on…