Suffering 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 ReadingSlip-and-fall incidents are some of the most common workplace injuries. Workplaces oftentimes have dangerous tripping hazards that were improperly addressed or not addressed at all. If you have been injured at work in a slip-and-fall accident, you may require...
Continue ReadingIf you have worked at a job that has caused or aggravated your arthritis, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. At Mehta & McConnell, PLLC, we understand that arthritis is a painful condition that can prevent you...
Continue ReadingThe very nature of a loading dock is dangerous. It is typically a bustling hub of any warehouse, with trucks loading and unloading around the clock. The constant flurry of activity and freight vehicles backing in and pulling out...
Continue ReadingThe U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports thousands of airline employee injuries each year. Whether you work on the tarmac, in baggage handling, or on the plane itself as a pilot or flight attendant, you are at risk of...
Continue ReadingThere are various safety practices for warehouse workers to be aware of to avoid injury, or possibly even death. It is crucial for warehouse worker safety for workers to be aware of best practices for their safety and health....
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 ReadingLosing a loved one has so many devastating and lasting effects. The law can’t replace what you have lost, but the law does give you an avenue for holding anyone who wrongfully caused your loved one’s death responsible. Holding...
Continue ReadingWhat if work for your employer caused osteoarthritis in one of your joints? Can you sue your employer for causing your osteoarthritis? While suing may be rare, you can still hold your employer and others financially responsible for your...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer an injury on the job, your mind can race with countless pressing questions. Among the biggest questions is, Can you get fired after an injury at work in North Carolina? Fortunately, employees receiving workers’ compensation benefits...
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