Oxfam America recently released a report in which it ranked every state from best to worst for its labor policies. It may not come as a surprise to some, but North Carolina ranked at the very bottom for worker protections -- among other things. The commissioner for...
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Workers’ Compensation
How long will workers’ compensation insurance cover lost income?
After suffering an injury while on the job, it is normal to have questions about recovering your losses. Workers’ compensation benefits can take care of a lot, but when it comes to lost income, there is some confusion about how much will be covered and for how long....
Teachers often victims of violence while on the job
Teaching can be a very rewarding career, but it can also be extremely stressful and, sometimes, dangerous. It is unfortunate that with everything teachers have to deal with every day, sometimes they find themselves dealing with students, parents, colleagues or even...
Do all employers carry workers’ compensation insurance?
Most people assume that if they get hurt on the job, their employers are required to take care of them and cover their losses. The truth is, the vast majority of employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance which can cover medical expenses, lost...
Workers’ compensation and North Carolina teenagers
Every year, particularly in the summer, numerous North Carolina teenagers go out and get jobs. It is a great way for them to spend their time and gain real-world knowledge, experience and responsibility. However, every year, many teens are hurt on the job, often due...
Duke Energy employee shot while on the job
In mid-June, it was reported that a Duke Energy employee in North Carolina was shot while he was working on a residential line in the Charlotte area. This individual was critically wounded. He will need a lot of medical care, rehabilitation and time away from work to...
Did workers’ comp accept your claim then offer little coverage?
Many North Carolina residents have trouble getting workers’ compensation claims approved. Those who are successful often find their workers’ comp providers offer little in coverage. If you’ve found yourself disagreeing with what your workers’ comp provider is offering...
Man severely injured in workplace accident
In early May, it was reported that a North Carolina man was injured while on the job. The workplace accident is said to have left him with significant injuries. According to state laws, he may be entitled to collect workers’ compensation benefits. He may also be...
How preexisting conditions can affect a workers’ comp claim
If you have any preexisting conditions that have been aggravated by the demands of your job or a workplace accident, you may think you have no right to workers' compensation benefits. Your employer or workers’ comp provider may even tell you as much, but it may not be...
1 dead, 2 injured in workplace accident
In mid-April, it was reported that three employees at a North Carolina seed company were involved in an incident that left one of them dead and the other two with significant injuries. The workplace accident occurred at Cashwell & Jones in Mount Olive. The...