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When will my Social Security Disability benefits become effective?

When your application for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is approved, your entitlement to receive disability payments will begin as of the fifth full month that the Social Security Administration…

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David Gantt selected as a 2014 Top 100 Litigation Lawyer

David Gantt Law Office is proud to announce that David Gantt has been selected as a 2014 Top 100 Litigation Lawyer in the State of North Carolina by the American…

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How does the Social Security Administration determine if I am disabled?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) will consider you disabled if: (i) you have a medical condition (physical, mental, and/or psychological) that renders you unable to perform any of your past…

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Industrial Diseases and Workers Compensation

When most people think about workers compensation, they probably imagine claimants getting hurt in falls, equipment falling on them or a truck driver involved in an accident. Workers compensation can…

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Q. How long will it take to start receiving Social Security Disability payments?

The period of time it takes for you to start receiving your Social Security Disability payments will depend on whether your initial application for benefits is approved or denied. After…

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More Than Just Friends and Family on Social Media

Social media has become incredibly popular. Facebook has anywhere from 889.3 million to 1.11 billion monthly active users. Twitter has nearly 555 million active, registered users. Chances are good that…

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Workers’ Compensation Claims: Three things that can happen

Three (3) things can happen if you file a workers’ compensation claim. The insurance carrier may accept the claim and pay your medical bills and send you weekly checks, which…

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Understanding the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income

Social Security Disability Insurance, (“SSD”), and Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) are two programs administered by the Social Security Administration that provide monthly benefits to disabled persons. In some cases, an…

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How do I begin the process of applying for Social Security Disability?

To start the process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you must complete and submit a Social Security Benefit Application, Adult Disability Report, and an Authorization to Disclose Medical…

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Can my employer fire me while I am on WC?

Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA) protects employees who file WC claims. This law allows employees to sue the employer for monetary damages if the employer fires, demotes, punishes or takes…

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What if I have problems after I settle my claim?

DOL Website Employment Discrimination Bureau Most insurance companies will try to clinch or close out the claim when they offer a settlement. This means you can never reopen your claim…

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Do I need a lawyer?

In order to make sure you have all the necessary facts and N.C. laws to make an intelligent decision on your WC case, it is important to consult an attorney…

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