What you need to know about On the Job Accidents Workers’ compensation serves as a critical safety net for employees injured on the job, offering necessary financial support during recovery. This system is especially vital in North Carolina, where diverse industries from manufacturing to technology present various risks to the…
Navigating the world of workers’ compensation in North Carolina can be complex, especially when you’re dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury with your employer. This guide is designed to simplify that journey, providing clear and practical insights into the rights of employees and the responsibilities of employers. We…
If you’ve suffered an on-the-job injury or workplace accident, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits under the NC Workers’ Compensation Law. Workers’ compensation aims to provide financial assistance to help an injured employee cover the costs of medical care and lost wages resulting from their injury or illness.…
Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that protects you from most work-related injuries or illnesses. It pays benefits to people who are injured on the job and provides medical care for those who have been hurt. In this article, we will discuss some of the basics of workplace injuries…
Workers’ Compensation Lawyers who handle legal matters related to workplace injuries, illness, or the death of an employee may be referred to as “Work Comp” attorneys or “personal injury lawyers.” Workers’ Compensation protects and compensates employees for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses caused by work-related injuries and on-the-job…
The Workers’ Compensation Laws in North Carolina help employees who are injured on the job or suffer job-related illnesses. Work Comp insurance often covers medical treatment, including emergency rooms costs, physical therapy, and medications. It also replaces lost wages and compensates employees for permanent injuries resulting from workplace accidents. …
Do trucking companies have Work Comp Insurance? Does it cover injury or illness that takes place during the course and scope of employment? The NC Workers’ Compensation laws require insurance coverage to protect trucking operators and trucking owners, even if the owner/operator is considered to be an “independent contractor.” If…
Remote working and working from home are commonplace nowadays due to COVID-19 and the Coronavirus. Work Comp Lawyers in North Carolina are encountering ever-increasing questions such as “Is remote working covered under the Workers’ Compensation laws?” and “Are injuries that take place at my house covered under OSHA regulations or…
The stated purpose of the NC Workers’ Compensation Act is “fair and just” compensation for the Injured Employee. The North Carolina worker compensation laws are intended to assist injured employees. Indeed, the North Carolina Supreme Court has consistently ruled that the primary consideration is proper compensation for employees injured as…
Claims for exposure to workplace diseases The North Carolina workers’ compensation laws allow, in certain circumstances, compensation for transmitted diseases and fatalities. While many if not most people think of work comp as relating to a slip-and-fall or some other traumatic physical injury, there are some professions where there are…