When workers in North Carolina suffer injuries on the job, they typically turn to workers' compensation to cover medical bills and lost wages during recovery. However, not all claims sail through the approval process smoothly. Sometimes, workers face the challenge of...
Workers’ Compensation
Why is it important to follow medical advice after a work injury?
When a work-related injury occurs, a smooth recovery may seem out of reach at first. However, by following medical guidance promptly and thoroughly, individuals can protect their health. They can also ensure fair compensation through workers’ compensation. Here are...
Can I get a second opinion under workers’ compensation?
You should have faith that a medical examination will tell you all you need to know about your work injury so you can receive the proper treatment. This is an early step to help you receive workers’ compensation coverage. However, you might question whether the...
5 steps to take after a workers’ compensation denial
Suffering a workplace injury is a challenging experience, and the denial of workers' compensation can compound the difficulties. If you find yourself in such a situation, it is important to know that there are steps you can take to address the denial and ensure you...
What is the General Duty Clause?
When you go to work, you likely assume that your employer will provide a safe place for you to do your job. But this does not always happen, and you could find yourself at risk for serious workplace injuries. To protect workers, OSHA’s General Duty Clause requires...
What workers’ compensation benefits can you receive?
Workplace accidents are common, and many employees get involved in situations that result in injuries that prevent them from returning to work. Sometimes, these injuries can also keep workers from taking care of things at home and participating in activities they used...
How can walking on scaffolding lead to serious physical injuries?
Making your way across scaffolding may seem second nature to you if you work on a construction site. When your regular walk turns into a serious accident or a total collapse of the scaffold, you could wonder what caused this problem. Knowing more about how scaffolds...
Common injuries kitchen workers face
From chopping vegetables to operating hot appliances, kitchen workers are constantly exposed to potential hazards. While safety measures are in place to mitigate risks, injuries can still occur. Consider some of the most common injuries that kitchen workers face and...
Hotel housekeepers suffer the most service-sector injuries
When you work in a hotel in North Carolina, you face a 40% higher injury rate than all others employed in the service sector. If you work in a hotel as a housekeeper, you are even more at risk of experiencing a severe, debilitating work-related injury, with hotel...
3 common myths about workers’ compensation benefits
If you have experienced a job-related injury, you may find yourself facing steep medical bills as well as forced time away from your job. Your employer’s workers’ compensation policy may provide important benefits, such as coverage for work-related medical care and...