If your workers' comp claim gets denied in North Carolina, you may feel frustrated and confused about the next steps. Fortunately, there are actions you can take to fight the denial and protect your rights. Reasons workers’ compensation could deny your claim Workers'...
If you’re unable to return to your previous job due to a work-related injury, you may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation or job training through North Carolina’s workers’ compensation system. These services are designed to help you reenter the workforce in a...
After a work-related injury, employees are often overwhelmed with pain, paperwork and uncertainty. During this challenging period of time, some turn to artificial intelligence (AI) tools for quick answers and guidance. While AI can provide helpful information and...
If you've suffered an injury while on the job in North Carolina, you may wonder if it’s possible to return to work while still receiving workers' compensation benefits. What does returning to work while on workers’ compensation mean? Returning to work while receiving...
Suffering a workplace injury creates stress and uncertainty. Filing a workers' compensation claim can raise concerns about job security. Many people worry whether filing a claim can lead to termination. Employers cannot legally fire you just for filing, but the...
An independent medical examination (IME) plays an important part in workers' compensation cases. You might wonder why it's needed and what it means for your claim. An IME provides a second medical opinion from a doctor who is not involved in your treatment. Why an...
When teachers dress each morning to go teach their students, they don’t think of themselves emerging into a war zone. But sadly, for some teachers, administrators and other school personnel, the halls, classrooms and schools in general have become just that. Fights...
A repetitive strain injury (RSI) occurs when you repeat the same motion frequently, causing damage to muscles, tendons, or nerves. People who work in jobs that require consistent movements, like typing, lifting, or using machinery, often develop RSIs. If you’ve...
Getting hurt at work doesn't always mean you stop working completely. Sometimes, you return but not in the same way or with the same number of hours. Workers' compensation helps cover the difference when you earn less after your injury. This type of support falls...
One of the most overlooked contributors to on-the-job harm is chronic work-related stress. While stress may seem like an emotional or psychological issue, it can directly lead to physical injuries and health conditions that qualify affected employees for workers’...