More than 80,000 workers in North Carolina suffered a nonfatal injury or illness on the job in a recent year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. If you’ve been injured or have developed a work-related illness, you may have questions about what benefits you can claim through workers’ compensation….
Recovery from a serious injury does not always move in a straight line. Many people suffer setbacks along the way that have a negative impact on their daily lives, including their ability to work for a living. For an individual who has suffered a workplace injury and who is receiving…
As the new employee on your first day on the job, you’re likely to feel a combination of excitement and anxiety as you learn how to perform your duties. Unfortunately, you’re also more likely to be injured during the first several days of a new job. Even if you are…
Some people who receive workers’ compensation benefits feel like their life is on hold. As they go through treatment to recover from their injuries, they know they won’t be able to return to their former line of work. But they’re afraid they will lose benefits if they quit a job…
