When you get injured on the job, you will need to be treated by doctors who are approved by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company. On the one hand, it is only fair that the insurance company wants to make sure that disability determinations are being made by medical professionals […]
Dealing with Disputes and Appeals in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Cases
For many injured workers, their workers’ compensation claims are straightforward and are approved with little delay. For many others, unfortunately, their claims are far more complex and quickly get bogged down in disputes, denials, and appeals. If you feel like your workers’ comp claim is an uphill battle, get the […]
Workers’ Compensation Hearings in North Carolina: What to Expect
When a worker is injured on the job or is unable to work due to an occupational illness, the workers’ compensation process often proceeds smoothly. In some cases, however, disputes can arise as to a variety of issues. When disputes arise and cannot be resolved, a hearing will be held […]
Returning to Work After an Injury: Vocational Rehabilitation in North Carolina
When a worker is injured on the job, the unfortunate reality is that they may never be able to work in the same job again. Unless they are totally and permanently disabled, however, they may be able to work in another role at some point in the future. Workers who […]
Third-Party Claims and Workers’ Compensation in North Carolina
Workers’ compensation provides medical and lost income coverage on a no-fault basis. In other words, injured workers can receive benefits almost immediately without even proving that their employer or someone else was negligent. The trade-off is that injured workers cannot sue their employer or their co-workers, even if they were […]
The Role of Medical Evidence in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Cases
Your medical records will play a critical role in the success of your workers’ compensation claim, even in cases where it is obvious that you have suffered a debilitating injury as the result of a workplace accident. Your medical evidence will determine how much compensation you receive and for how […]
Temporary vs. Permanent Disability Benefits: Exploring Options in North Carolina
If you have been injured on the job, you may have a long road ahead of you. Your first concern may be getting your medical expenses covered, but if you are unable to return to work anytime soon, you then have to worry about your lost income. How will you […]
The Importance of Reporting Workplace Injuries for North Carolina Workers
When you are injured on the job, the last thing you may be thinking about is what you need to do to protect your rights to workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, failing to take action soon after your accident could jeopardize your claim. If you do not know what to do or […]
Common Workplace Injuries and Their Impact on Workers’ Compensation Claims
When discussing injuries in the workplace, many people immediately think of factories, construction sites, industrial settings, and other blue-collar environments. While it is true that blue-collar workers are more likely to suffer a workplace injury, anyone who is injured while at work may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. […]
Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims: What to Do Next in North Carolina
The workers’ compensation system protects people who have been injured on the job and are unable to work. While the system is supposed to be easy for workers to navigate, many claims are unfortunately denied. The good news is that many of these denials are fixable with help from an […]