Category: Workers Compensation

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When seeking workers’ compensation benefits, it’s important to know that insurance companies are out to protect their profits, not help you receive the financial support you deserve. They may use various delay tactics to slow down your claim, hoping you’ll give up or accept less than you deserve. In the…

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North Carolina workers’ compensation cases involve complex rules and legal terms. One term you may have heard is “maximum medical improvement,” or MMI. But what is MMI in workers’ comp? Simply put, MMI is the term for when your doctor decides further treatment for a work-related injury won’t significantly improve…

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When you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, understanding your rights is key. One of the most important distinctions is between temporary disability vs. permanent disability. These terms refer to two different categories of compensation that serve different purposes, have different eligibility criteria, and offer varying levels of…

Burns are among the most devastating injuries that a worker may suffer on the job. A worker who has suffered a burn injury needs immediate medical care. If you witness a co-worker being burned by open flame, scalding water or steam, electricity, etc., you should summon help immediately. You can…

A traffic accident can happen at any time. If you suffered injuries in a crash during work hours, you may wonder who will pay for your medical bills or other losses. Workers’ compensation may apply after a work-related car accident in North Carolina, but you could run into challenges from…

Did you recently suffer an on-the-job injury in North Carolina? If so, you might wonder whether you need a workers’ compensation attorney and what they can do for you. Legal support can be highly beneficial when you’re dealing with painful injuries, complex claim paperwork, and penny-pinching insurance companies. A workers’…

Nurses and nurses’ aides often develop injuries because of the physical demands of their jobs, such as manually lifting and repositioning patients. Safe patient handling is paramount for the patient and the caregiver to avoid musculoskeletal injuries. If you’re a healthcare professional who cares for patients, it’s crucial to be…

Nursing is a physically demanding job. Nurses often suffer work-related injuries and illnesses that require costly medical treatment and time off work. If you have sustained serious injuries while performing your job as a nurse or healthcare worker, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits to cover your medical…