Yes, in some cases, firefighters can receive PTSD workers’ comp benefits. PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder, which can result in symptoms like intrusive memories, avoidance behaviors, and heightened alertness that profoundly impact their daily functioning and career longevity....
Continue ReadingKnowledge is your first line of defense if you find yourself the victim of a hit and run. North Carolina hit and run laws exist to address drivers who leave the scene of an accident. However, it doesn’t necessarily...
Continue ReadingFirefighting is a high-risk profession, and one of the most pervasive dangers firefighters face is smoke inhalation. Over time, smoke inhalation can wreak havoc on your lungs and overall health. What happens when the exposure causes you to become...
Continue ReadingAs a North Carolina State employee navigating a workers’ comp claim, you might be eligible for salary continuation benefits. This program can provide your pre-injury wage if you were injured in a qualifying event. However, salary continuation only applies...
Continue ReadingInjuries at the workplace can happen all too often due to a multitude of hazards. Employees needing to file for workers’ compensation for their injuries include retail workers, construction workers, and others. At Mehta & McConnell, PLLC, our lawyers...
Continue ReadingGetting hurt at work can be harrowing, and even more so if you suffer more than one injury on the clock. If your work causes you to incur multiple injuries, workers’ comp can cover all necessary medical treatments and...
Continue ReadingGone are the days of catching a taxi on the street or ordering car services. Calling a car is easier than ever. At the touch of a button on your smartphone, you can have a car sent to you...
Continue ReadingWe take for granted how much we use our hands and wrists. This includes the time we spend at work every day. We have all had something happen to our hands and wrists. Our joints may be stiff, or...
Continue ReadingIf you work in the airline industry, you may face some specific challenges and hazards on a daily basis. If you’ve suffered injury in the course of fulfilling your work duties, you may be struggling with severe pain or...
Continue ReadingIt is normal to feel shaken up, shocked, and scared in the moments after a car accident. Taking a deep breath and being prepared can help lessen your stress and anxiety in those moments. Let’s face it, after an...
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