Hay muchos factores que influyen en si debe llegar a un acuerdo y qué debe pedir: por ejemplo, ¿cuál es el riesgo de que esté fuera del trabajo durante mucho tiempo? Por ejemplo, si se lesiona en el trabajo después de trabajar para la misma empresa durante 30 años y no puede volver a ese […]
Workers' Compensation
¿qué puedo obtener de mi acuerdo de compensación de trabajadores?
Para responder a la pregunta: ¿qué puedo obtener de mi acuerdo de compensación de trabajadores? Primero tenemos que saber qué manda la Ley de Compensación de Trabajadores de Carolina del Norte en términos de compensación. Tiene sentido, ¿verdad? Si se llega a un acuerdo, está aceptando recibir un pago único a cambio de sus derechos […]
Celebrating International Workers’ Day: A Tribute to Workers’ Rights
May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, is observed on May 1st each year. It is a time to remember the tireless efforts and contributions of workers worldwide. This day holds profound significance as it serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for workers’ rights, workers’ safety, fair labor practices, and social justice. […]
Form 26A
The NC Workers’ Comp Form You Shouldn’t Sign Without Talking to a Lawyer You have an injury that came from work. Your case is accepted by the insurance company, or maybe you won after they denied it. Your treatment has made you as good as the doctor the workers’ comp insurance paid for says you […]
Unsafe conditions in the workplace? Here’s what to do about it
You have the right to a safe work environment. This means your employer must protect you and your coworkers from known hazards that could cause illness or injury. Your employer must also provide you with the information, training, tools, and equipment necessary to safely perform your job. Unfortunately, not all workplaces meet these standards. Unsafe […]
Who pays medical bills while my case is pending?
The cost of medical treatment, medications, rehabilitation, and other expenses following an injury-causing incident can be overwhelming for victims and their families. Although a personal injury settlement can provide substantial financial compensation for those expenses, it isn’t available right away and the bills continue to accumulate while your case is pending. Fortunately, there are options […]
Can my employer fire me for filing a workers’ compensation claim?
If you were hurt at work, the last thing you should worry about is whether your employer can fire you for filing an injury claim. Unfortunately, this is a real fear for many people hurt at work in North Carolina who deserve compensation. The good news is that North Carolina law prohibits employers from firing […]
Are undocumented workers eligible for workers’ compensation?
If you are injured at work it can wreck your health, your income, and your work. In North Carolina, workers’ compensation benefits are meant to help you after an injury or work-related condition until you can get back to work. If you are an undocumented worker you are eligible for the same compensation. An undocumented […]
How Can You Stay Safe at Work?
By Durham Construction Accident Lawyers This week is North American Occupational Safety and Health Week, a week dedicated to communicating and educating about occupational safety procedures and the implementation of the systems needed in the workplace to ensure employees are protected. As Durham construction accident lawyers, we know that All workers should feel safe at […]
We remember workers who have lost their lives on the job
Today is Workers’ Memorial Day, a day when we remember all the workers who lost their lives on the job. It is also a time we reflect on ways to continue fighting for safe workplaces and stop these needless accidents from occurring in the first place. Every worker should feel protected at work from physical […]