Punch presses are used to shape all kinds of materials for use, so they’re operated by workers in all kinds of different industries, especially manufacturing and construction – and they can be incredibly dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC),...
Workers’ Compensation
Avoid these eight common workers’ compensation mistakes
A workplace injury can be painful and challenging to overcome, but it can also leave you facing significant financial challenges. While the workers’ compensation process might provide you with some relief, there’s no guarantee that you’ll recover the compensation that...
What happens if an employee dies before full workers’ comp benefits are paid?
As a form of insurance, workers’ compensation is quite comprehensive. It covers expenses related to an employee’s work-related injuries. It also pays for any lost wages and even provides benefits to the employee’s dependents if the injury leads to death. But what...
Chiropractic treatment for work-related back pain
Construction work is back-breaking work – both figuratively and literally speaking. Construction workers often must lift heavy objects as part of their jobs and occasionally find themselves in awkward positions, and both can lead to lower back pain. There are various...
2 unique risks truckers face on the road
While many people think that trucking is easy work, it’s anything but that. Being in the rig for many hours a day is exhausting, and it can take a toll on your health. Trucking is one profession that comes with some unique risks. Most truckers do what they can to...
Why should you follow a doctor’s orders after a workplace injury?
You can usually claim against your employer’s workers’ compensation policy if injured at work. To do so, you will need to visit a doctor to get a record of your injuries and a prognosis for recovery. Sometimes the doctors may give orders that are more restrictive than...
3 mistakes that could jeopardize your workers’ comp claim
Things can get costly when you're injured in a workplace accident. Hopefully, you can recover those costs through a workers’ compensation claim. Yet many people see their claims denied or their compensation reduced because of mistakes they made after the accident....
Can you pick your own workers’ comp doctor in North Carolina?
Among other things, workers’ compensation provides important medical benefits for injured workers. Unfortunately, exercising your rights to the care you need isn’t always a straightforward process, however. It often surprises injured workers that their employer...
What Is The Role Of Form 18 In A North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Claim?
If you have a workplace accident, you need to fill out certain paperwork and provide relevant supporting evidence before you’ll qualify to receive workers’ compensation benefits. However obvious the extent and effect of your injury may be, you will not get a cent of...
What if you don’t agree with a treatment plan for a work injury?
The North Carolina workers' compensation insurance program will cover the cost of necessary medical care when a worker gets hurt on the job. Unlike private health insurance, workers' compensation coverage will cover the costs without any patient responsibilities, like...