Hiring the Right Disability Lawyer in North Carolina.

Are you aware of the approval rate for people who file for disability in the state of North Carolina?  It may be more challenging than you think.  Less than one-third of North Carolinians who file for disability will be approved.  From there, the other 70% or so will have to undergo an appeal.  If you are properly represented your approval rate will rise and you may be able to avoid the appeal process.

Be very careful whom you decide to represent you.  There are Non-attorney disability representatives out there.  Many of them are former disability examiners who used to work within the federal system itself!  The evidence needs to be presented in specific and exact order to establish beyond any reasonable doubt that the claimant is currently disabled.

A highly qualified North Carolina disability attorney knows that time is of the essence.  You must meet those time constraints or risk losing your claim forever.  For aggressive social security disability representation in the Tarheel state call Wilmington attorney Alden B. Cole.  He will pursue your case aggressively.  Call him today to arrange an appointment at his office at 201 North Front Street in Wilmington at (910) 231-2042.

Get Set for St. Patrick's Day in Wilmington!

St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival

Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington NC 28401
Location: Parade: Downtown Wilmington,Festival: Riverfront Park

- See more at: http://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/st-patricks-day-parade-festival/#sthash.nhjXXkAK.dpuf

Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington NC 28401
Location: Parade: Downtown Wilmington,Festival: Riverfront Park

- See more at: http://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/st-patricks-day-parade-festival/#sthash.nhjXXkAK.dpuf

Saturday, March 12th 

Parade starts at 11am @ Red Cross & North Front Street

Festival starts at 12pm - Riverfront Park

Commemorating the life of the great apostle of Ireland, St. Patrick's Day has become one of the most popular cultural events in the United States. Come join the music, dance and fun with Wilmington Police Pipes & Drums, The Blarney Broughs, The Molly Malones, The Walsh Kelley School of Irish Dance, Slainte UNCW Irish Dance Club and more! The parade will begin at 11am at Red Cross and N. Front Street. The St. Patrick's Day Festival will be held at Riverfront Park at noon. This is a rain or shine event! - See more at: http://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/st-patricks-day-parade-festival/#sthash.nhjXXkAK.dpuf

Commemorating the life of the great apostle of Ireland, St. Patrick's Day has become one of the most popular cultural events in the United States. Come join the music, dance and fun with Wilmington Police Pipes & Drums, The Blarney Broughs, The Molly Malones, The Walsh Kelley School of Irish Dance, Slainte UNCW Irish Dance Club and more! The parade will begin at 11am at Red Cross and N. Front Street. The St. Patrick's Day Festival will be held at Riverfront Park at noon. This is a rain or shine event! - See more at: http://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/st-patricks-day-parade-festival/#sthash.nhjXXkAK.d

Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington NC 28401
Location: Parade: Downtown Wilmington,Festival: Riverfront Park

- See more at: http://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events-calendar/st-patricks-day-parade-festival/#sthash.nhjXXkAK.dpuf

What to Do When an Injury Occurs at Work.

If you are injured at work whether you think it is your fault or not it is vitally important to take immediate steps.  We want you to stay safe, but to be prepared if a work injury occurs.  The very first thing you must do is address medical care issues.  Don’t just try to “shake it off”.  Dial 911 from the spot if necessary.  Remain calm and stay still until help arrives.

In the aftermath of any injury a thorough investigation needs to be made.  What caused the problem?  How should it be addressed so that it does not occur again?  You must act in a proper manner to make sure that you are protected from future harm within the workplace.  There may be hazards that could potentially affect other co-workers.

As soon as humanly possible contact an attorney who handles workplace injuries.  The right person for the job in Wilmington, North Carolina is Attorney Alden B. Cole.  Chances are your employer is represented by a large insurance company.  Needless to say they do not have YOUR best interests at heart.  Alden Cole DOES!  Give him a call right away at (910) 231-2042.

DePuy ASR Hip Replacement Recalls.

First of all, if you or a loved one has had a DePuy hip replacement you need to be aware of what may be happening in the aftermath of that surgery.  These replacements are all metal or “metal to metal” artificial hip implants.  According to available statistics nearly 40,000 patients in the U.S. received the DePuy ASR implant from August 2005 through August 2010.

So far there have been two different settlement periods that were offered to patients whose DePuy ASR implant failed.  The total payouts under the settlements have been estimated at over $2.5 billion.  In the initial 2013 settlement, Johnson and Johnson provided a base award of $250,000 to those who were more than 180 days removed from their original hip replacement surgery.

Are you or someone you know effected by a DePuy hip replacement that has become defective?  Are you entitled to a settlement if you had to undergo revision surgery after January 31, 2015?  Even if you have not had any significant problems with your DePuy system as yet, you need to consult an attorney to discover your options.  In Wilmington North Carolina that person is Attorney Alden B. Cole.  Give him a call at his office today at (910) 231-2042.

12th Annual Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival

12th Annual Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival
Friday, Saturday and Sunday • January 29-31, 2016

ERISA Long Term Disability Benefits.

If you become disabled and cannot work you may qualify for long-term disability under something known by the acronym ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act).  How you apply and the careful steps that need to be taken may depend on whether or not you ever see those life-sustaining benefits.

There are common mistakes that occur when filing for ERISA benefits. 

1.  Assuming that your employer agrees with HOW disabled you really are.

2.  Relying on your employer’s human resource department for wise advice.

3.  Do not document your claim by using ONLY the form provided by the insurance company.

4.  You must not actively pursue activities that your doctor warned you against.

5.  Don’t use your insurance company’s lawyers to help you file for benefits

6.  NEVER work with a lawyer who is not experienced in ERISA benefits.

Fortunately those that need to apply for ERISA benefits in North Carolina may rely on an experienced lawyer who has dealt with ERISA benefits for many years.  That resource is Alden B. Cole, located in Wilmington NC.  Attorney Cole will guide you through the delicate and intricate process of applying for benefits the proper way.  Call Attorney Alden Cole today for more information at (910) 231-2042.

Attorney for the Injured or Disabled.

Finding an attorney that will help you through the pitfalls of getting everything that you deserve if you are injured or disabled can be a daunting task.  You need to find someone who devotes full time to this pursuit.  If you go on the internet you will find attorneys and larger firms that “dabble” in the practice of worker’s compensation and social security disability.  They may have an individual on staff who has some expertise in this area, but what you are looking for is someone who can and WILL devote his full attention to your case. 

Perhaps you have been injured on the job or an accident has occurred that has limited your ability to do your job.  Either way, you need to have a person who looks for every legal means to provide for you and your family.
 

Alden B. Cole in Wilmington North Carolina is just such a person.  Attorney Cole will handle your case from start to finish.  Best of all, he won’t be distracted with criminal cases or family law, etc.  He deals ONLY with the injured and disabled and how it effects their ability to earn a living.  Call Attorney Alden Cole today for a free consultation at (910) 231-2042.