Call Us 919-240-4054The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), which was passed last year, goes into effect this weekend with regard to its ban on employment discrimination. GINA prohibits employers from requesting genetic testing or considering someone’s genetic background in hiring, firing or promotions. The EEOC’s new website is a good source of information on the Act. While Congress did […]
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Court of Appeals rules attendant care services compensable without pre-approval
When workers are severely injured, they may required attendant care, i.e. assistance in the home such as help with household tasks and personal nursing. Workers’ compensation can cover the costs of this care, if required, even if it is provided by a family member. In recent years, the Industrial Commission, pursuant to its Fee Schedule, […]
Charlotte office moves to 225 East Worthington Avenue
Our Charlotte office has moved, just a few blocks, to 225 East Worthington Avenue, Suite 200. The phone number for the office is still (704) 200-2009.
Valerie presenting on workers’ compensation and Social Security in Washington, DC
Valerie Johnson is speaking today at a seminar entitled Implications of Developments in Workers’ Compensation for Social Security Disability Insurance. The program is hosted by the Social Security Administration and the National Academy of Social Insurance (NASI), and is being hosted at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Valerie’s specific topic is “Navigating Workers’ […]
Latest Court of Appeals cases on workers’ compensation
Last week, the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued two decisions on workers’ compensation. In the first case, Jones v. Steve Jones Auto Group, the plaintiff was a general manager at auto dealerships who sought benefits due to mold exposure – an unlisted occupational disease. Due to the dangerous mold in his office, the plaintiff developed […]
Unemployment extension finally passed
The Senate finally passed the extension for unemployment insurance last week, and it was promptly signed by President Obama on Friday. The extension was originally passed by the House in September, but it had been held up in the Senate by Republicans. The extension will provide 20 additional weeks of benefits for unemployed workers in […]