Cancer
For some people, having cancer means an automatic approval for disability benefits. Sometimes, the Social Security Administration will
question a cancer case when they expect improvement after treatment. Even in these types of cases where improvement is expected, there may be complications or medical problems associated with the actual treatment for the cancer. In other words, even if you have improved after your treatment for cancer, you may suffer from the residual effects of surgery, chemotherapy, or 
radiation therapy. It will be necessary to obtain a medical opinion from your oncologist. Most Social Security judges are sympathetic to these types of cases, but they still may require proof of the residual effects of treatment for your cancer or a firm prognosis.
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Attorney Gregory Kornegay
Greg is a trial attorney in Wilmington with over 30 years of experience. Greg was born and raised in southeastern North Carolina. Before law school he managed a store with employees making a payroll every week. His first job out of law school was as an Assistant District Attorney investigating and trying cases for the State of North Carolina. Through the years he has handled many different types of cases – including death penalty cases.
Being married with children has been a blessing and a challenge, but has served him well in understanding the problems individuals and families face as they live out their lives. Greg believes that each case is different and the needs of each client are unique, but there are certain themes of life that we all share.
