It's only been 30 years since the American With Disabilities Act was passed. People in North Carolina may remember when businesses and even public places could exclude people with disabilities instead of accommodating them. Unfortunately, that attitude still persists...
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Who qualifies for Social Security disability benefits?
Social Security disability helps individuals in North Carolina and throughout the country who have a medical condition that prevents them from working to their full ability. Unlike Social Security, a person does not have to be retirement age to draw benefits. However,...
Award letter a key aspect of a Social Security disability claim
In North Carolina, when seeking Social Security disability benefits, there are many critical aspects of a case and whether it will be approved or denied. Sometimes, the basics are forgotten during the process. People should remember and understand the fundamentals...
President Trump has proposed Social Security disability reform
President Donald Trump recently proposed a Social Security reform bill. Many individuals who plan to apply for or who already receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) may lose their monthly payments if this new legislation goes into...
Joint injuries may warrant Social Security disability benefits
There are many illnesses, conditions and injuries that can result in a person needing Social Security disability benefits. For some medical issues, the case is relatively easy to make. However, if a North Carolina resident has a certain injury that sounds unusual, it...
Factors that may result in your disability benefits being denied
Many disabled individuals count on the Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits that they receive to help them pay for their essentials such as housing, utilities and food. Many recipients of these funds thus wouldn't want to do...
Some can receive Social Security Disability and still work
If you receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, then your doctor has likely determined that you have impairments that prevent you from becoming gainfully employed. If you're unable to support yourself with what you receive, then you may wonder if you're...
What does it mean to be disabled?
The term "disability" can mean different things to different people, from physical injuries and illnesses to genetic conditions that affect how a person functions in society.No matter how we define the word "disability," we can all agree on one fact: disabilities...