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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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How will be SSD claim be assessed if I have a blood disease?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

When a North Carolina resident is diagnosed with a serious and debilitating illness, it will inevitably impact multiple areas of their life. Getting medical treatment to address the issue, working…

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How do multiple impairments impact by disability claim?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

When applying for Social Security disability benefits in North Carolina, the impairments the applicant suffers from will be a critical factor in the decision Disability Determination Services makes on behalf…

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How is a source selected for a consultative exam for disability?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Not every Social Security disability application can be decided upon by the initial evidence presented. North Carolina residents who are confronted with this reality should know how a consultative examination…

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Rheumatoid arthritis and your ability to work

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

When a medical condition keeps you from working, it can significantly impact your own well-being and your family’s stability. It’s important to get the financial support you need simply to…

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How an attorney can help with a claim for benefits

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Many people make the fundamental mistake of not getting legal assistance before filing a Social Security disability claim. There are multiple reasons why this is unwise. Having an attorney can…

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David Gantt Included in Best Lawyers in America 2020 Edition

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Last Modified on Sep 28, 2023

The firm is pleased to announce that David Gantt has been included in the 2020 Edition of Best Lawyers in America© in the Workers’ Compensation – Claimants section. This is…

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How to utilize the prerelease procedure for SSI benefits

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Last Modified on Aug 28, 2025

When a person is institutionalized in North Carolina, there are often concerns as to what will happen when he or she is released. Financial and medical concerns will abound, especially…

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Can I get SSD benefits if I have schizophrenia?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

People in North Carolina who are suffering from mental illness are granted greater freedom to admit they need help and seek treatment for the problem today than they were in…

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Residual functional capacity, my work abilities, and SSD benefits

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Residual functional capacity (RFC) is a key factor when North Carolina residents are seeking Social Security disability benefits. Being disabled and saying that the issues that are part of the…

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Who pays if I need to travel for a test to get SSI benefits?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

When people in North Carolina are 65 and older and are confronted with disability or blindness and have limited income and resources, Supplemental Security Income is a viable option to…

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What is the Social Security Disability blue book?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance is a complicated and painfully slow process. If this is news to you, you should not let this information prevent you from seeking the…

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What can you do if your application for SSI benefits is denied?

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Last Modified on Jan 03, 2024

Having a disability can make life challenging, especially financially. Sometimes simply affording the basics, such as food, shelter and clothing becomes impossible without assistance. Fortunately, individuals in Charlotte may apply…

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