Obtaining Disability Benefits In North Carolina

Obtaining Disability Benefits In North Carolina

If you no longer find it possible to work due to health issues – mental and/or physical, you have options. One of the potential ways to continue to provide yourself and your family with an income is through disability benefits. North Carolina makes this service available. Social Security Disability Benefits apply only to those who […]

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 The Obstacles in Collecting Disability Benefits

The Obstacles in Collecting Disability Benefits

It may sound relatively cut and dry: you become disabled and you collect disability benefits. NC does have regulations in place that make this possible, but it is rarely this simple. Depending on your unique situation, you may face several obstacles in receiving approval regarding your benefits. Regardless of what type of disability benefits you’re […]

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 Learning More About Your SSI Application

Learning More About Your SSI Application

Are you looking to learn more about submitting an SSI application? North Carolina legal professionals who specialize in the area of Social Security disability benefits encourage people who are unable to work and have little to no household income to apply for SSI. If you’re curious as to whether this program would be beneficial for […]

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 Does My Injury Qualify for Social Security Disability?

Does My Injury Qualify for Social Security Disability?

If you have suffered an injury recently, you may be wondering if you are entitled to receive Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. Not every injury or condition qualifies someone to get payments. Fortunately, if your injury is serious or life-altering, there’s a good chance you will qualify. If you’re not sure, read on to find out […]

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 Impairments That Affect Multiple Body Systems and Social Security Disability

Impairments That Affect Multiple Body Systems and Social Security Disability

The Social Security Administration (SSA) classifies certain disorders and illnesses as affecting multiple body systems. SSA uses a listing of disabling conditions called the Blue Book. In that listing, both congenital and adult disorders affect multiple body systems. For congenital multisystem disorders, the SSA considers Non-Mosaic Down Syndrome as a disability. Roughly 98 percent of […]

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 How Do I Schedule an Appeal on my Rejected SSI/SSDI Application?

How Do I Schedule an Appeal on my Rejected SSI/SSDI Application?

Applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) proves long and arduous. Even more frustrating is an application denial. The rejection of Social Security disability claims in North Carolina brings discouragement and even a sense of hopelessness. While the right to appeal protects each applicant, stepping further into the unknown world […]

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