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’...
Getting hurt on the job is stressful enough without the added confusion of figuring out if your injury qualifies for workers' compensation. In North Carolina, not every workplace incident meets the criteria for a claim. Knowing what situations might leave you without...
As an employee, workers' compensation covers your medical bills and lost wages for any injuries or illness because of your job. This is something all North Carolina employees can count on. But what if your boss classified you as an independent contractor instead? This...
Getting hurt at work can turn your life upside down. Suddenly, daily tasks feel like a struggle. But what happens when your doctor says, “No lifting over 10 pounds,” and your boss expects you back on the assembly line, hauling heavy boxes? Being pressured to return to...
You clock in, fulfill your responsibilities and head home. This is a familiar routine for most workers. But what happens when this routine takes an unexpected turn, involving a car accident while on company time? Understanding your rights regarding workers'...
Filing a workers' compensation claim should provide benefits when you get injured at work. However, not all claims receive approval. Understanding why claims get denied can help you avoid mistakes and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve. Missed deadlines North...
Hurricanes often devastate communities, and North Carolina frequently experiences these intense storms. If you sustain an injury while working during or after a hurricane, you may wonder how it affects your workers' compensation claim. Knowing more about...
Workers' compensation claims support injured employees, covering medical expenses and lost wages. However, when a claim faces a denial, it stresses an already difficult situation. Understanding the challenges of appealing a denied claim in North Carolina can help you...
In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that 9% of adults in the United States suffer from repetitive strain injuries. This highlights a pervasive problem in the American workforce today, which can affect anyone regardless of their profession....