Archive for 'Workers’ Compensation' Category
Aug 21, 2024

A car crash can change your life in an instant. In the face of physical pain and emotional trauma, you may also find yourself facing a legal battle for fair compensation. Where do you start? Who can you turn to for guidance? North Carolina follows a strict contributory negligence rule, which means you may not […]

Aug 7, 2024

When people imagine construction sites, many think of large equipment, like jackhammers, diesel-powered vehicles and other powerful machines, generating noise that can reach hazardous levels. Unfortunately, many companies fail to provide construction workers with adequate training in hearing protection. This can result in serious worksite injuries, such as hearing loss, for which employees may need […]

Jul 30, 2024

When an accident happens in a working environment, the impacts of the situation can extend far beyond the initial injury. That’s why North Carolina provides legal protections for workers who are injured on the job. Through the state’s workers’ compensation program, eligible injured workers can receive the medical support they require during their recovery. Unfortunately, […]

Jul 23, 2024

The construction industry is one of the most hazardous workplaces in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, there were 1,034 fatal injuries in the industry. As a subcontractor on a construction site, an injury can be devastating. Not only do you face physical pain and recovery, but also uncertainty […]

Jul 15, 2024

When you suffer from a brain injury following a car accident, you may notice significant changes in your personality. These changes can be confusing and distressing for you and the people around you. Understanding the nature of these changes can guide you on how to cope with them. The impact of brain injury on your […]

Jun 27, 2024

Receiving a denial for your workers’ compensation claim can be disheartening, especially when you are relying on that support to recover from a workplace injury. However, it is important to remember that a denial does not have to be the final word. In North Carolina, there are clear steps you can follow to contest the […]

Jun 13, 2024

A car crash is one of the common causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI). This condition has physical and psychological symptoms that may appear immediately after the accident, while others may present weeks later. While injured individuals can fully recover from a mild TBI, severe cases may have more devastating effects and can even be […]

Jun 5, 2024

Most people instinctively know to check themselves and other vehicle occupants for signs of injury after a crash. Usually, they look for broken bones, contusions and other obvious injuries. However, people can develop internal injuries that have significant and potentially lifelong consequences. One of the worst potential injuries after a vehicle collision is a traumatic […]

May 30, 2024

Numerous factors can explain why a worker might get injured while on the job. It may be because there was a lack of safety equipment during the incident or an equipment malfunction. However, the workers themselves may be in a state that could raise their chances of suffering an injury, such as being impaired by […]

May 17, 2024

After sustaining severe injuries on someone else’s property, the owner may readily offer you some cash for your troubles. It can be tempting to take this money so you can move on from this nightmare and focus on getting better. However, those at fault in premises liability cases often use these quick fixes to avoid […]