5 Things to remember when making a workers’ compensation claim

There are many reasons why insurance companies deny workers’ compensation claims. The most common ones are the injury does not fit the specific definition of a covered “injury by accident”, it did not occur while on the job, the claimant had a preexisting condition that wasn’t related to work, or the worker failed to file the claim on time without a valid excuse.

Important Workers’ Compensation terms to remember

Having an accident on the job is bad because it can leave you with a disabling injury that can prevent you from working. But what’s even worse is if you don’t understand the intricacies of Workers’ Compensation law in North Carolina. How do you claim your benefits? What are your options? How do you protect your family and future?

If you don’t have an attorney, now is the right time to consult one to ensure that you get what you deserve.

Choosing the right workers’ compensation attorney

Finding the right workers’ compensation attorney for you in North Carolina may be like looking for a needle in a haystack. It’s a tough act, considering that in 2018 alone, there were 24,087 active attorneys in this State, according to the American Bar Association National Lawyer Population Survey.

What disabilities can result from brain injuries?

Two years after retiring, Junior Seau, a popular linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) known for his passionate play, took his own life. While his death on May 2, 2012 shocked the football world, it also brought to light the problem of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a rare condition caused by traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) that usually affects people who play football and other contact sports.

Are prosthetics for work-related amputation covered by workers’ compensation?

When he was a teenager, Rahm Emanuel had an accident with a slicer while working at Arby’s. Instead of seeing a doctor immediately, he went to prom and swam in Lake Michigan afterwards. His finger then became infected, and he lost most of his middle finger.

7 Ways car drivers can avoid trucking accidents

When a truck crashes into a car, the car usually doesn’t stand a chance due to size alone. Often, this results in serious injuries for the occupants of the car. Data from the US Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) will bear this out.

Protect your teen from a car crash

Many teenagers have sadly perished in road accidents in North Carolina. In its 2017 Traffic Crash Facts, the NC Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) said teen drivers aged 15 to 19 were involved in 52,385 car crashes, resulting in 88 deaths. The DMV added that 12,869 teens were injured in auto accidents in the same year.

Does workers’ compensation cover traumatic brain injury?

If you have a brain injury, you’re not alone. More than five million people in the United States have it, according to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). It’s also more common than you think since it affects someone every nine seconds.

Common causes of intersection crashes

Whether we like it or not, road accidents occur, and the most painful part is when it happens to you or a loved one. Depending on the injuries sustained, this can be a harrowing experience that can affect the victim’s family and work.

Like other states, North Carolina (NC) has its own fair share of road accidents.

Are spinal cord injuries covered by workers’ compensation benefits?

A spinal cord injury (SCI) can dramatically change a person’s life. Aside from pain and suffering, the condition can affect the patient’s day-to-day activities and interfere with his work and relationships.

Workers in North Carolina who are involved in accidents that injure the spinal cord may lose their life’s savings to expensive treatments.