When you are injured on the job, normally the only source of compensation for your injuries is your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. That rule is in place because that policy serves dual purposes–employee coverage and employer certainty. Workers’ compensation ensures…
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) is a debilitating pain disorder that can arise after a traumatic injury occurs. It is important to know what CRPS/RSD is, as well as its symptoms, causes and…
Anyone who works on a construction site knows they can be dangerous. Two recent surveys reveal the percentage of construction site injuries is the largest share of any industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2014, of the…
Have you suffered a restaurant or fast food worker injury? You may have a legal right to receive medical treatment as well as wage compensation for your lost time at work – even if you are not a full-time employee. Restaurant…
Dust. It collects in corners and lurks under furniture. It harbors mites and triggers allergic reactions. Did you know that it can also be combustible or even explosive, and that it can be a deadly danger? Very few people imagine…
Accidents at work often happen. Laws ensure that workers receive adequate treatment and compensation if they are injured on the job. But what happens when your physical injuries lead to anxiety and depression? One moment you have a great job and a…
North Carolina has legislation in place to ensure that all employees are covered by workers’ compensation – as do most states in the U.S. Officials use certain processes to ensure coverage, and any companies’ that are not compliant with the laws risk significant penalties. Despite all…
Vocational Rehabilitation is a multi-faceted process by which an injured worker with a compensable workers compensation claim receives assistance from a qualified or conditional rehabilitation professional in an attempt to return to the workforce after a disabling injury. Specifically in NC…
By Attorney Jesse S. Shapiro Tip 1: Immediately Report the Injury to Your Supervisor North Carolina law and the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act require employees to report workplace injuries to their employer immediately or as soon as is practicable…
Misrepresentations about past injuries, comp claims, or work restrictions may lead to denial of your workers’ compensation claim. A history of work-related injuries or workers’ compensation claims does not prevent you from accepting a new job or filing a workers’…