When you have a spinal injury, it can impact all aspects of your life, including your ability to stand, sit or move without pain. A spinal injury that does not respond to treatment or is severe may cause permanent impairment and leave you unable to work or do everyday activities. Common types of spinal disorders include fractured vertebra, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, arthritis in the spine, and spinal arachnoiditis.Many spinal injuries are the result of auto accidents or work-related accidents. Others are hereditary and often degenerative in nature (they get worse over time). Regardless of the cause, if you have a spinal injury causing disability that is expected to last more than 12 months you may be eligible for Social Security disability payments. Do note that the amount of these payments may be offset by a lump-sum insurance settlement (in the case of an accident) or by workers’ compensation payments.
If you have a question about your spinal injury and whether you may be eligible for Social Security disability, contact Charles Pitman Injury Lawyers today. The experienced Alabama disability attorneys at Charles Pitman Injury Lawyers can help you through the Social Security Disability application process or handle an appeal if your initial claim is rejected. Contact us today to learn more by calling 256-533-5000, e-mailing info@cpinjurylawyers.com or completing this form.
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