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Disability for Mental Health: How to Qualify

May 5, 2020   |  
It’s a question that has perhaps never been more relevant. In this blog post, we’ll outline some things you need to know when filing for disability for mental health. The response of North Carolina (like most states) to the coronavirus pandemic has included things like self-quarantining and social distancing, measures...
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Disability for Back Injury: “Do I Have a Claim?”

April 27, 2020   |  
We hear it from many clients: “Can I file for disability for back injury?” Or, “Does my spinal injury qualify me for disability?” We have the answers to your questions about disability for back injuries. One of the most common medical conditions leading to disability claims are back and spine...
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“Will I get a stimulus payment if I receive Social Security disability?”

April 1, 2020   |  
Most Social Security and Social Security disability recipients do not file tax returns. However, with the recent coronavirus-related economic rescue package, the IRS will be sending out stimulus payments based on individual tax returns. And many are wondering: “Will I get a stimulus payment if I receive Social Security disability?”...
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How Much Does a Disability Lawyer Cost?

February 25, 2020   |  
Many people are confused and intimidated by the thought of hiring and paying a lawyer. This can be an especially overwhelming thought when you need a disability lawyer for your Social Security Disability claim. Many of our clients wonder: “How much does a disability attorney cost?” or “What is the...
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Does the Judge Matter in Social Security Disability Cases?

December 16, 2019   |  
We’ll just get to the point: Yes, when applying for Social Security disability benefits, the judge matters. An administrative law judge (known as an “ALJ”) is empowered to rule on whether or not an individual qualifies for disability, in the event that individual is initially denied benefits and decides to...
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What Is a Social Security Disability Doctor? Qualifying for SSDI

July 1, 2019   |  
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), there are two basic types of medical evidence SSA uses to help decide whether a person is “disabled.” The two types of medical evidence considered in Social Security Disability Insurance cases are: Treating Source Evidence Non-Treating Source Evidence Treating Source Evidence...
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Disability and Child Support: What You Need to Know

May 23, 2019   |  
“How does disability affect child support payments?” This is a common question often asked of family and divorce lawyers and disability lawyers. The easiest answer is, it depends. If you are paying child support and you become disabled, you will still have to pay child support mandated by the courts....
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Why You Shouldn’t Feel Ashamed About Needing Social Security Disability

August 25, 2017   |  
Recently, The Washington Post published an article written by a man regarding the shame he felt from needing Social Security disability following a stroke. In the piece, the man discusses how he worked his whole life, including 20 years as a process operator for Exxon, before suffering an ischemic stroke....
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Can I Lose My Disability Benefits If I Have a Drug or Alcohol Abuse Problem?

June 5, 2017   |  
Does having a drug or alcohol abuse problem impact a person’s ability to qualify for Social Security disability benefits? In most cases, yes. However, there are exceptions. Around 20 years ago, Congress put in place provisions that enable Disability and Determination Services to deny Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and...
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