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Q. How much will I receive in SS disability every month?
A. The amount of monthly SS checks will depend on what type of program you are entitled to. If you are a SSI program recipient, the amount will be based…
Q. How much $ will I get from WC due to an on-the-job injury?
A. NC law permits an injured worker to receive 66%of his or her pre injury gross wages for each week they are unable to work. This salary continuation or temporary…
Day of Caring 2014
On September 11th, the David Gantt Law Office will be participating in the annual Day of Caring event. Mr. Gantt has participated in this event for the last 20 years…
Q. Are back injuries that are not “accidents” covered by Workers’ Compensation?
A. Yes. Generally, a work injury must be an “accident” to be compensable. Back injuries do not have to meet this requirement. NC law accepts back injuries that do not…
Q. What if I am able to work after my workers’ compensation injury, but my earnings are significantly less than before my injury?
A. If you return to a job paying significantly less wages than pre-accident wages, you may be entitled to 66 2/3% of the wage differential. Since NC Law is based…
Q. What if my work injury causes or exacerbates my depression or other mental illness?
A. Work injury related depression and other mental impairments may be compensable under NC Law. Our appellate courts are regularly expanding the consideration of mental and physical ailments that result…
Workplace Violence and Workers’ Compensation
If you have suffered a serious injury due to an act of violence of the course of performing your work, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, whether that violence…
Can Someone with Bipolar Disorder Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?
Yes, depending on the severity and other factors, Social Security disability benefits may be awarded to someone who is disabled due to Bipolar Disorder. Known more commonly in the past…
Q. What if I cannot return to any gainful employment because of my work related injury?
A. If you can never return to any type of work because of your workers’ compensation injury, the Industrial Commission can award lifetime benefits. These benefits can include payment of…
Q. What if my workers’ compensation doctor assigns a permanent partial impairment (P.I.) rating for my injury?
A. When a doctor releases you from care, a permanent disability rating may be assigned to your injured body part. A rating means that you will never again be 100%…
Q. How long do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim?
A. As soon as possible, you should file a Form 18 (Notice of Accident or Injury) with the Industrial Commission and employer informing them that you wish to make a…
Can I Apply for Social Security Disability If I Am Working?
Social Security Disability is based on the principle that individuals should receive some financial assistance if they: have an injury or illness that is expected to last at least 12…
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