Firefighting 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. Salary continuation lets an injured worker’s employer pay full wages and benefits after a job-related injury, instead of receiving temporary...
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 ReadingAs first responders, firefighters put themselves in harm’s way for the public’s safety. As a result, firefighters face unique risks of injuries and illness that should be covered by the state’s workers’ compensation system. North Carolina’s workers’ compensation law...
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 ReadingInjuries to ankles are common injuries in the workplace. If you’ve injured your ankle at work, you may worry about medical bills and income loss from taking time off. Workers’ compensation aims to ease this burden on the injured...
Continue ReadingSuffering an injury on the job can be a stressful experience. You may wonder whether workers’ comp will cover any medical bills. You may also wonder whether your employer plans to offer light-duty work while you recover. Contact a...
Continue ReadingYou may hear a lot about settlements when it comes to Workers’ Compensation claims. You may also be asking yourself “Do all workers’ compensation cases end in a settlement?” No, not all North Carolina Workers’ Compensation cases end in...
Continue ReadingFollowing a work-related injury, it is common for injured employees and their families to be concerned about how they are going to make ends meet, especially when no paycheck is coming in. Knowing the waiting period for North Carolina...
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