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 […]
Fatal Car Accidents Are on the Rise in Raleigh
The media has recently been reporting on the rising number of fatal car accidents in the Raleigh area. As lawyers who have been representing car accident victims in Raleigh and across North Carolina, we find this trend to be very troubling. Most people would expect that the number of fatal […]
Legislative Update: New Laws That Will Benefit North Carolina Car Accident Victims
On September 22, 2023, Senate Bill 452 was passed by both houses with broad bipartisan support. The bill became law without signature on October 3rd and will go into effect on January 1, 2025. This new law will bring substantial benefit to North Carolinians who are injured in car accidents. […]
Dealing with Insurance Adjusters After an Auto Accident
There may be a lot to deal with in the days following a car accident. You need to get medical treatment, get your car repaired or replaced, figure out what to do about work, and focus on your recovery. Additionally, you also need to deal with the insurance adjuster responsible […]
Car Accidents on the Shoulder of the Road
When experiencing car trouble or other issues, people immediately think the best thing to do is to pull onto the shoulder. Unfortunately, the shoulder of the road is one of the most dangerous places you can be. If you have been injured in a car accident on the shoulder of […]
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 […]
Interstate Accidents
The state of North Carolina is laced with various major interstate highways – 95, 40, 74, 540, and 85, just to name a few. They serve a vital purpose in our state’s economic and social networks, helping businesses thrive and communities grow. They do pose unique hazards for drivers that […]
PTSD Stemming From a Motor Vehicle Accident
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or “PTSD” for short, is a condition that has earned increased attention in recent years. It is commonly understood as something experienced by soldiers who have been in combat, but anyone can experience PTSD as a result of trauma, including vehicle accident victims. If you have been […]