Category: Workers’ Compensation
Common Causes of Industrial Accidents in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Labor reports an injury rate in private industry of 2% for full-time workers annually. For …
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Guide to Workers’ Compensation For Truck Drivers in North Carolina
According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), 709 large truck occupants were killed on U.S. roads in 2023. …
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When To Hire a Workers’ Comp Lawyer in Wilmington
Should I send a message? Should I pick up the phone and call? Do I need a workers’ compensation lawyer? …
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What To Do If You Suffer a Spinal Cord Injury at Work
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that more than one million workers hurt their backs, including the spine, each …
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Most Common Reasons Why Workers’ Comp Claims Are Denied in NC
Filing for workers’ comp doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll receive benefits. Approximately seven percent of workers’ compensation claims are denied. …
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Most Common Causes of Factory Injuries in NC
There are 11,496 factories in North Carolina. These facilities make North Carolina eighth in the United States for factory economic …
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Structured Settlement vs Lump Sum Settlements in Your Workers’ Compensation Case
A structured settlement in a workers’ compensation case allows for periodic installment payments, rather than a single lump sum payment …
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Compensation for a Slip and Fall at Work in NC
A person may qualify to receive compensation for a slip and fall at work in NC. To qualify, a person …
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Common Causes of Degloving Accidents at Work
Degloving accidents at work are commonly caused by machinery and equipment incidents. Limbs or other body parts may become stuck …
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