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Daniel A. Bridgman

Daniel A. Bridgman is a founding attorney at Bridgman Gantt Law Offices in Charlotte, North Carolina. He focuses his practice exclusively on Social Security Disability law, drawing on his unique background as a former Disability Examiner for the North Carolina Disability Determination Services. This experience gives him an insider’s perspective on how claims are evaluated and decided. A graduate of Wake Forest University School of Law, Mr. Bridgman helps clients navigate the complex disability system, from initial filings to appeals. He is admitted to practice in North Carolina and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.

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Did you suffer a crush injury at work?

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Last Modified on Sep 25, 2023

Many jobs involve the use of heavy equipment or industrial machinery. While you likely understand that these machines can cause you severe physical harm if used incorrectly, it is still…

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How to know if you qualify for Social Security Disability

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Last Modified on Jan 12, 2026

If you have a disability that prevents or limits you from working, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance. These benefits help cover the income lost by not…

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How does work affect the ability to get SSD?

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Last Modified on Sep 25, 2023

The standards set to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits are quite high and strict. You must have a disability that meets the Social Security Administration’s definition. You need to…

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Workers’ compensation and disability benefits

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Last Modified on Oct 26, 2024

People in North Carolina that are severely injured at work may be entitled to receive both workers’ compensation benefits and social security disability benefits. In most cases, however, injured workers…

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Can anything fast-track an SSDI claim?

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Last Modified on Oct 26, 2024

When you live in North Carolina and apply for Social Security Disability Insurance from the U.S. Social Security Administration, you may find that it takes quite a while to hear…

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What causes internal injuries on construction sites?

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Last Modified on Aug 10, 2025

If you work in the construction industry, you may expect to break a bone or injure your back in a workplace accident. While these injuries may be serious and interfere…

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What should you include in a disability benefits application?

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Last Modified on Sep 25, 2023

An injury on the job can leave you unable to work and you may realize that you need Social Security Disability benefits. You may not have much experience with disability…

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3 of the most common warehouse injuries

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Warehouses in North Carolina can be busy hubs that employ a lot of people, especially during the fourth quarter. But warehouses can also create the perfect storm for work-related accidents.…

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The 4 levels of the SSDI appeals process

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Last Modified on Feb 18, 2025

As a North Carolina resident who has a disability that is serious enough to keep you from working, you may have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance only to have…

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What should blue-collar workers know regarding disability benefits?

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Last Modified on Sep 22, 2023

As a blue-collar worker, your job likely involves some form of manual labor or physical work. Years of doing this sort of labor can result in potential long-term health issues…

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The common injuries that lead to workers’ comp claims

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Last Modified on May 15, 2025

You take a risk of getting injured every day you go to work in North Carolina. Not all jobs present equal accident risks, but if you do get injured, you…

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David Gantt Included in the 28th Edition of Best Lawyers in America

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Last Modified on Mar 24, 2025

The David Gantt Law Office is proud to share that David Gantt has been included in the Workers’ Compensation – Claimants Section of the 28th Edition of Best Lawyers in…

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