Farrin Law Blog

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Dec 02, 2024

Why Workers’ Comp Settlement Calculators Online Shouldn’t Be Trusted

Navigating the complexities of a workers’ compensation claim in North or South Carolina can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to determining the right potential settlement amount. While many turn to workers’ comp settlement calculators...

James Scott Farrin attorneys address disabled clients concerns.

Dec 01, 2024

Social Security Disability Client Concerns

As you might imagine, we get a lot of questions about the Social Security Disability process, who qualifies and why or why not. We sat down with Attorney Rick Fleming who leads our Social Security...

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Sep 19, 2024

Social Security Disability for Injured Younger Workers

There is a misconception that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are just for older people. That’s a dangerous assumption, as it may prevent younger injured or disabled people in North Carolina from seeking the...

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Sep 18, 2024

Understanding Workers’ Comp Lump Sum Settlements

If you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) and are ready to settle your workers’ compensation claim, it’s time to consider how you want to receive that potential settlement. In general, there are two main...

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Jul 30, 2024

How to Calculate Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Note: This blog includes vital information for injured workers who have recently been injured at work and are trying to ensure that they receive the full workers’ compensation benefits to which they may be entitled....

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Jun 30, 2024

What to Do After Police Brutality or Misconduct

Having your civil rights violated due to police brutality or police misconduct can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. Police are entrusted with great responsibility to protect society and uphold law and order and while...

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Jun 25, 2024

South Carolina Seatbelt Death Trends

Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer, and with the warmer weather comes busier roads as well as, unfortunately, an increased risk of traffic deaths and injuries, according to the National Safety Council. One...

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Jun 11, 2024

Qualifying for Social Security Disability in North Carolina

If you’re having difficulty earning a living due to a serious injury, you may be thinking about applying for Social Security Disability – or SSDI – benefits. When should you apply? Disability has a durational...

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May 16, 2024

Will Health Insurance Continue if I File for Workers’ Comp?

Many people in North and South Carolina wonder how filing a workers’ compensation claim might affect their employment status and their benefits – especially their health insurance. It’s important to understand that your employment relationship with your...

Driver eating a large burger while driving may increase his chances of a wreck.

Apr 14, 2024

Eating and Drinking While Driving Statistics

Next time you pass someone on the road who is texting while driving, don’t be so quick to judge. At least, not if you have ever eaten a burger or sipped a soda while you were...