North Carolina Workers' Compensation News

Why insurance companies deny accident claims

September 26, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

You’ve tried being reasonable, hoping the insurance adjuster would do the right thing. You didn’t cause the wreck. The person Why insurance adjusters deny accident claims who hit you even apologized afterward, saying, “It’s all my fault. I wasn’t paying attention. I’m so sorry.”

So why is the insurance company denying my claim? They say I’m partially at fault, even though that’s not what happened and it certainly isn’t what the police officer wrote down as the “at fault” party in the accident report.

Unfortunately, the reason we get involved in a lot of accident cases is because the carrier isn’t doing the right thing. People call us for legal help, not go get rich, but to get what’s fair and just- Kevin Jones, Greenville NC Accident Lawyer

NC WORK COMP UPDATE

August 24, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

The Industrial Commission serves as what Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in North Carolina may refer to as a “quasi-judicial” Deputy Commissioner NC Industrial Commissioner branch of government. Deputy Commissioners rule on legal questions and resolve factual disputes between employers and employees hurt at work.

The NCIC North Carolina Industrial Commission is responsible, among other duties, for hearings associated with the NC Workers’ Compensation Act.

Work Comp disputes are heard by “Deputy Commissioners” who serve as administrative law judges. The Deputy Commissioners Section of the NCIC has regional offices throughout North Carolina. Deputy Commissioners serve as a type of “trial judge.”

Who is covered by Workers’ Compensation?

June 30, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

The Workers’ Compensation Laws in North Carolina help employees who are injured on the job or suffer job-related illnesses. Am I covered by Workers Compensation? 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.

The Work Comp laws in NC are set forth within Chapter 97, Article 1 of the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act. If you have been injured at work, the Work Comp Act may apply (cover your injury) even if your employer says otherwise.

We help people who have been hurt at work and can let you know pretty quickly whether you are covered by Workers Compensation – Kevin Jones, NC Workers Comp Lawyer

Answers to your NC Workers’ Compensation Questions

May 24, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

Do trucking companies have Work Comp Insurance? Does it cover injury or illness that takes place during the course and Workers' Compensation Insurance 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 the operator owner does not have insurance specifically for on-the-job injuries, the motor carrier is required under the law to provide coverage for workers’ compensation claims. “Coverage” is required for subcontractors, intermediate contractors, and principal contractors.

What is Negligence?

March 1, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

Negligence is a fairly common term. Negligence Claims in North Carolina

It is the failure to take proper care when doing something.

This can happen in all sorts of scenarios – driving your car, riding a bicycle, or even just walking down a road.

Working from Home Comp Claims

January 13, 2021 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

Remote working and working from home are commonplace nowadays due to COVID-19 and the Coronavirus. Does Work Comp cover injuries at home

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 Workman’s Compensation?”

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration or “OSHA,” provides some guidance on handling claims relating to employees “hurt at work” while working remotely and/or somewhere other than the premises of the employer.

Is Texting While Driving Reckless Driving?

November 15, 2020 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

There’s a reason why texting while driving is illegal in North Carolina. TEXTING WHILE DRIVING IS NEGLIGENT

It’s incredibly dangerous, predictably resulting in car accidents, wrongful death claims, and lives ruined.

The National Highway Traffic Administration or “NHTSA” estimates “distracted driving,” which includes texting while driving, accounts for a substantial number of accident-related fatalities on our highways.

Compensation for the Injured Employee

September 24, 2020 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

The stated purpose of the NC Workers’ Compensation Act is “fair and just” compensation for the Injured Employee. WORKMENS COMPENSATION LAWYERS NC

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 a result of on-the-job accidents.

What is Fair and Just?

June 17, 2020 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

The North Carolina workman compensation laws are intended to be “fair and just,” especially when calculating an Average Weekly Wage.

But what does that mean exactly?

Plaintiff lawyers work hard to ensure clients are fairly compensated for long-term losses, permanent injuries, and lost wages due to being out of work.

Coronavirus Lawsuits

May 14, 2020 | by Dodge Jones Injury Law Firm

The North Carolina General Assembly recently passed legislation that will limit, if not entirely eliminate Coronavirus lawsuits in North Carolina alleging negligence and malpractice.

The stated purpose of the law is to “limit civil liability.”

Health care providers, emergency response businesses, and other essential business operations are granted immunity from negligence claims relating to the transmission of the Coronavirus.

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