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What is Equitable Distribution?
Family Law + Divorce
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What is Equitable Distribution?

One of the most important things to consider when going through a divorce is “what happens to our assets and debts?” The division of marital assets and debts is referred to as Equitable Distribution. Here “equitable” means fair rather than a 50/50 split, so it’s important to note that the court has discretion to determine […]

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When is it Appropriate to Modify Child Custody of Child Support Agreements?
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When is it Appropriate to Modify Child Custody of Child Support Agreements?

When it comes to child custody cases I often have clients ask, “When is it appropriate to modify the terms of child custody or child support?” Of course, in these situations, modifications should only be made with your child’s best interests in mind. So the steps needed to get any kind of modification approved involve […]

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Workers' Compensation
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Can I draw workers’ compensation and unemployment at the same time?

As a general rule the answer is no you cannot. Technically the workers’ compensation law isn’t that clear. North Carolina General Statute 97-42.1 says “If an injured employee has received unemployment benefits under the Employment Security Law for any week with respect to which he is entitled to workers compensation benefits for temporary total or […]

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Be Prepared to Face the Summer Heat
Workers' Compensation
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Be Prepared to Face the Summer Heat

South Carolina summers bring with them extreme heat and extreme humidity. If you’re one of the many people in South Carolina who work outdoors, you know exactly how demanding the South Carolina summer can be. As you might imagine, if you work outdoors you’re at higher risk for heat-related health problems, but what you might […]

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Workers' Compensation
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Differences in workers’ compensation settlements.

At the end of your workers’ compensation claim you will likely be entitled to an award of some type. Technically there is a difference in workers’ compensation law between an award and a settlement. You are automatically entitled to an award once you reach maximum medical improvement. Your workers’ compensation claim is open even after […]

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Workers' Compensation
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Can I get Social Security Disability and be on workers’ comp?

Absolutely. Nothing stops you from applying for and receiving Social Security Disability and also receiving worker’s compensation. Pay attention to these: Workers’ compensation checks will not be reduced if you receive Social Security Disability checks. Your Social Security Disability checks may be reduced while you are on workers’ compensation. Your eligibility for Medicare will accrue […]

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Workers' Compensation
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Can I retire and be on workers’ compensation?

Yes, you can. Some adjusters and vocational rehabilitation professionals will tell you otherwise. But the law is clear: you may be retired and still have workers’ compensation benefits. There are three things to pay attention to: You can draw workers’ compensation checks and Social Security retirement checks at the same time. With only a rare […]

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