David Daggett - Social Security Disability Law: A Reference for Social Security Disability Claims

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Social Security Disability Law: A Reference for Social Security Disability Claims

Copyright2015 by Speaker Media and Marketing, LLC

ISBN 978-1-935411-22-2

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This book is a collective effort compiled for you by twenty leading members of the plaintiffs bar in states across the US. Each attorney involved has contributed his or her expertise to this project to assure the reader that they are being provided with basic sound information as they find themselves seeking Social Security Disability benefits. This is not a law book, but an overview of social security disability law.

A Special thanks to our Copy Editors:

Kevin Pistiner Alyson Wright

This publication is designed to provide general information regarding Social Security Disability law and is not intended to be legal advice. It is sold and distributed with the understanding that neither the publisher, nor the authors, nor the contributors, are engaged in rendering legal or other professional services to the reader. If legal advice or other professional assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought.

The publisher, authors and contributors make no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this work and specifically disclaim all warranties, including without limitation warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. No warranty may be created by sales or promotional materials. The advice and strategies contained herein may not be suitable for every situation. Neither the publisher, nor the authors, nor the contributors shall be liable for damages arising herefrom.

As this publication is not intended as legal advice, any use of this information will not create an attorney-client relationship. After an initial consultation, and before representing you on any claim, a written attorney-client agreement must be signed in order to create such a relationship.

At Daggett Shuler, Attorneys at Law, we are dedicated to helping disabled individuals who need assistance applying for Social Security Disability benefits. This is not just an empty promise, it is our reason for existing. We are passionate about obtaining the most benefits that you can receive from the Social Security Administration. Our firm only handles cases on behalf of seriously impaired people seeking Social Security Disability benefits. We are proud to say that we have helped thousands of clients receive the Social Security Disability benefits they so desperately needed. They were able to pay necessary expenses, medical bills, and were able to support their families, while they were suffering from debilitating medical problems.

At Daggett Shuler, Attorneys at Law, our firm is rooted in a desire to help people, and we work diligently to do this in a way that exhibits the utmost care and respect for our clients. We have a team of eight lawyers assisted by an experienced professional staff.

Our lawyers are all very distinguished in their own right, but what sets Daggett Shuler apart from many other law firms is the fact that we have been working together for a long time. With more than a hundred years of combined experience practicing law and eighty years of combined experience as a firm, our team has a compatibility rarely seen in the industry. Our continuity puts us in a unique position to help people in a wide variety of situations. Each member of our team possesses unique strengths and specializations, so our clients can be sure that their claim is being considered from a range of angles and aspects.

I liked the personal care and one-on-one time at Daggett Shuler. They always had time for me. Daggett Shuler is like part of my family and handled my case with professional care.

-Deborah I.

Burlington, NC

Our firm has a strong dedication to respect and a commitment to developing a personal relationship with our clients. And, since relationship-building is a two-way street, we thought it would be helpful to start out by giving you a brief glimpse into our team: who they are, what their areas of strength are, and how they are completely dedicated to helping people who have been hurt and who are struggling through a complicated justice system.

David is the Managing Partner of Daggett Shuler. He has practiced personal injury law since 1985. He is experienced in assisting clients with all types of injury cases, including serious injury, wrongful death, and insurance claims.

Every day at 5 A.M. , David is up and runningliterally. Hes a serious triathlete who has completed more than 160 triathlons, including 24 Ironman competitions. He has completed the Hawaii Ironman World Championship seven times. To his clients, David brings the same intensity and devotion that has helped him become a world-class athlete. To me, a lot of what I do athletically is a metaphor for what I do professionally, he says. Both take dedication and planning and there are clear goals and finish lines.

Griff is a Partner and Manager at Daggett Shuler, and he is a Board Certifed Specialist in Workers Compensation Law. He concentrates his practice in Workers Compensation claims and complex third party cases. Griff enjoys educating injured workers regarding their legal rights. He regularly gives seminars on issues involving Workers Compensation cases. Griff has extensive experience in handling many different types of workers compensation claims before the North Carolina Industrial Commission.

John is a Partner with Daggett Shuler. His practice is devoted to helping disabled individuals obtain the benefits to which they are entitled. John works with Social Security claimants to help them obtain Social Security Disability Benefts and Supplemental Security Income. John also works with individuals who have filed claims for short and/or long-term disability benefits under private disability policies or through their employer sponsored benefit plans. John regularly gives seminars on Social Security Disability benefits and employer sponsored or ERISA Long-Term Disability claims.

Doug is a Partner and is the chief negotiator for personal injury cases at Daggett Shuler. He concentrates his practice in serious personal injury liability claims, with particular emphasis in insurance law and alternative dispute resolution. He has specific interest and experience in insurance coverage and insurance policy issues.

Doug has worked in the areas of finance and insurance since 1984, most extensively in the area of automobile insurance coverage and claims. Doug previously worked for State Farm Insurance as a Claim Specialist.