Mediation: Is it required?

Yes, most civil disputes in North Carolina must be mediated before they can be adjudicated in court. This mediation requirement applies to lawsuits filed in Superior Court, District Court, and the North Carolina Business Court. In injury cases, mediation is required after a lawsuit has been filed and the parties have had sufficient time to […]

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Discovery: What are interrogatories?

Interrogatories are governed by Rule 33 of North Carolina’s Rules of Civil Procedure. Interrogatories are questions which one party may serve on another party, whether or not adverse, which are to be answered in writing under oath. Generally, they must be answered and returned within 30 days and there can be no more than 50 […]

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Seymour Johnson AFB Injuries

Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Attorneys If you were harmed by another person’s negligence while stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro, you may have a personal injury claim. Just because an accident happens on an Air Force base does not mean you are unable to hold the responsible party accountable for their […]

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Fort Bragg Injury

Fort Bragg Accident Attorneys Named after Confederate General Braxton Bragg, Fort Bragg is an installation of the U.S. Army based in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Although the base houses a large number of military personnel, its citizens sometimes find themselves in legal scenarios outside the jurisdiction of the military. If you were involved in a […]

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Social Security Disability Denials and Next Steps

Has Your SSDI Claim Been Rejected? If your application or appeal for Social Security disability benefits has been denied, don’t be discouraged — you still have legal options and we would love to help if we can. For a FREE consultation with an experienced North Carolina disability lawyer, please call (800) 525-7111. We can evaluate […]

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SSDI Claims Process

What is the SSDI claims process like? What happens once you file a claim for Social Security Disability benefits?  In this article, our North Carolina disability lawyers will walk through the SSDI claims process and what you can expect when applying for disability (or appealing a denial). If you need help with a disability claim, […]

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Types of Disability Benefits

“What types of benefits are available for disability?” It’s a question our North Carolina disability lawyers hear a lot from clients. We’ll do our best to answer this important question in this article. There are many different kinds of disability benefits available from the government, depending on the circumstances in each unique case. The reality […]

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What Medical Conditions Qualify for Social Security Disability?

Social Security Disability Conditions Our North Carolina disability lawyers are often asked, “what are the Social Security disability conditions that may qualify me for benefits?” There are many qualifying Social Security disability conditions that may entitle you to benefits. However, the criteria are often very strict, and the outcome of a disability application or appeal […]

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Social Security Disability Application

SSDI Application Do you need help with the SSD application process? On average, over 180,000 people per month apply for Social Security Disability benefits, but only about 4 of every 10 of them are ever awarded benefits. The application process can be lengthy and confusing. Our team of attorneys, paralegals, and case managers is here […]

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About Social Security Disability: What You Need to Know

For most of our working lives, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is merely a background concern. The only time we think about it is when we check to see how much money the federal government has taken out of our paychecks. For many Americans, however, disability benefits are incredibly important. Social Security Disability: Why It Matters It’s […]

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