Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be a confusing process. You must follow your employer’s procedures, collect countless medical records, and meet strict deadlines. And in some cases, you might struggle to reach a fair compensation settlement with the...
Continue ReadingOver 67,000 North Carolina workers were hurt on the job in 2021. Thankfully, most employers in our state provide workers’ compensation insurance to cover these injuries. That said, many don’t realize workers’ comp only covers certain incidents. If you...
Continue ReadingAs the world’s largest retailer, Amazon employs more than 1.3 million people, according to a 2021 report. While any employer with that many workers should expect some workplace injuries, many Amazon workers face particularly hazardous conditions. If you’ve been...
Continue ReadingThe average cost of workers’ compensation insurance for a knee injury is $34,932. This includes $18,293 in medical expenses and $16,639 in other forms of compensation, according to the National Safety Council. “Other forms of compensation” include lost wages,...
Continue ReadingYes, 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 ReadingFirefighters in North Carolina face immediate dangers in their life-saving work and long-term health risks long after the flames are extinguished. Unfortunately, there’s a correlation between fighting fires and cancer development. In many cases, firefighter workers’ comp will provide...
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...
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