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How to Appeal a VA Disability Claim Denial

July 25, 2019

How to Appeal a VA Disability Claim Denial If you are a veteran that has been injured, or are facing an impairment that negates your ability to work full time, there’s a good chance your initial claim for disability payments from the VA will be denied. Fortunately, there’s a process you can follow to appeal the decision: File the Correct Form to Avoid a VA Disability Claim Denial First and foremost, you’ll need to file a Notice of Disagreement with the VA. The notice should be filed on VA Form 21-0958. In the past, a Statement in Support of Claim was

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Why Thousands Have Died Waiting on Social Security Disability Hearings Since 2011

July 15, 2019

Why Thousands Have Died Waiting on Social Security Disability Hearings Since 2011 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that provides monthly benefits to those who have become disabled before reaching retirement age and are no longer able to work for a living. Unfortunately, far too many people fail to receive social security disability hearings in a timely manner. Unlike other disability programs, Social Security pays only for total disability. If you have a partial or short-term disability, you won’t be eligible for a monthly payout. You must also be unable to earn a living in any industry

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Family Awarded Millions in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit From Horry County

July 12, 2019

Family Awarded Millions in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit From Horry County Every single day in the United States, we put our trust in licensed practitioners. We trust physicians, surgeons, optometrists, dentists, and a variety of other professionals to keep our physical and mental health afloat. Unfortunately, some physicians (or their employers) fail to protect patients from harm. Such was the case with Southern Myrtle Inpatient Services, LLC. The Case Around 1:30 a.m. on October 3, 2015, 26-year-old Matthew Scheer was hearing voices. Scheer was suffering from a sudden onset of mental illness described by family attorney Brink Hinson as “psychosis.” Scheer had

Bad Faith Insurance Claims Explained

June 3, 2019

Bad Faith Insurance Claims Explained When you purchase an insurance policy, you expect to be covered when disaster strikes. This is why you pay your monthly premiums. If something like an auto accident, personal injury, wrongful death, or property damage occurs, you can file a claim and recoup money needed for medical bills, repairs, or lost wages. Unfortunately, insurance companies don’t always hold up their end of the deal. When this happens, individuals can lose out on the finances needed to get back on their feet. If an insurance company fails to investigate or pay you for a claim filed, they’re

Do I Need a Workers Comp Lawyer?

April 2, 2019

What is Workers’ Compensation? Many of us are living paycheck to paycheck. Now, imagine that you are severely injured at work. You may have savings that you can utilize for a short while; however, it is likely that it will not sustain your family for long. Therefore, we have Workers’ Compensation. Workers’ Compensation is a benefit that is in place to protect individuals who are injured at work. Workers’ Compensation provides medical and wage benefits to those who are injured at work or who become ill in the course of their work. The basic requirement for Workers’ Compensation is for an

Troubling News About Traffic Accidents in South Carolina

December 14, 2018

(Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash) According to the 2015 South Carolina Crash Statistics Clock, there is a traffic collision: taking place in our state every 3.9 minutes causing injuries every 13.9 minutes in South Carolina, with someone being injured every 9 minutes damaging property in South Carolina every 5.5 minutes leading to at least one fatality every 9.6 hours, with someone being killed once every 8.9 hours Here are additional concerning collision statistics from the same source: Someone is killed in a DUI accident (.08+) every 29.1 hours A teen driver is involved in a fatal or injury collision every 1.3 hours One

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South Carolina Farming Hazards and How to Prevent Them

August 14, 2018

South Carolina contains nearly five million acres of farm land, broken down into more than 25,200 farms. The average size of a farm in our state is 197 acres. With this much farm land, it isn’t surprising that accidents occur and, in 2015, an average of six out of every 100 agriculture workers were injured on the job. That same year, 401 farmers and farm workers were killed due to a workplace injury. Many of these injuries and fatalities are the result of the following agricultural workplace hazards. Vehicles Accidents involving farm vehicles such as tractors, harvesters and ATVs are the

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We Welcome Attorney Justin Jones to Our Rock Hill Office

February 26, 2018

The Law Offices of F. Craig Wilkerson are thrilled to announce that Justin Jones is now working in our Rock Hill office. Justin is a personal injury attorney and he will be handling civil litigation and personal injury cases for our firm. “I started in December, right around Christmas,” Justin says. “People told me that, if I joined this law firm, I’d be working with a great group of people – and they’re right. I’m really enjoying my work, including the clients I serve and the people I’m with in the office.” He was born and raised in Lancaster County, South

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Lancaster, South Carolina: Attractions Close to Home

October 5, 2017

We have recently shared posts about Rock Hill attractions that are worth visiting and enjoying – and now it’s time to highlight some of the best of Lancaster. The Craft Stand The Craft Stand is the go-to site in Lancaster for lovers of craft beer. Here’s a snippet about the owners: “Tired of the crowds and the traffic, they longed for a slower pace with a small-town feel. They love the historic downtown area of Lancaster.” The Craft Stand serves a wide selection of craft brews, as well as root beer and wine. Visitors can bring their own food and sample a

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Fort Mill, South Carolina: Attractions Close to Home

October 5, 2017

If you’re looking for entertaining ways to spend the weekend or evenings and still stay close to home, here are several recommendations. Anne Springs Close Greenway This 2,100-acre nature preserve in Fort Mill provides plenty of space for nearly any outdoor activity you can think of. The Greenway has three different trail systems for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Visitors can also canoe or kayak in Lake Crandall, Lake Frances and Stumpy Pond. For a longer stay, camp at the site above Lake Haigler, which is equipped with a bathhouse and restrooms. Visit at 104 Adventure Road, Fort Mill, SC

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