Injuries 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 ReadingIf an injury prevents you from working, the impact on your income can be immediate and severe. Navigating how to recover lost earnings only adds to the stress. Understanding how they are treated in personal injury and workers’ compensation...
Continue ReadingMost people don’t plan for a catastrophe. It arrives uninvited: a snap of bone, a head against glass, a spine that won’t bear weight again. And suddenly, life becomes measured not in milestones but in appointments, medications, and modified...
Continue ReadingIf you are recovering from a serious injury and need help at home, it is crucial to understand the difference between attendant care and home health care. Though these services may seem similar, they serve different functions, follow distinct...
Continue ReadingAfter a serious injury, recovering at home is not always straightforward. For many injured individuals in Charlotte and across North Carolina, daily tasks become difficult or unsafe without help. When that happens, attendant care can be essential to maintain...
Continue ReadingIf you sustained a serious injury on the job in North Carolina, you may be eligible for more than basic medical treatment. In many cases, workers’ compensation may also cover the cost of in-home care provided by a trained...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, navigating the complexities of workers’ compensation can be daunting. Amidst concerns about medical privacy and legal protections, questions often arise about whether HIPAA applies to workers’ compensation claims. At...
Continue ReadingWaiting to hear the results of a workers’ compensation claim can be emotionally and physically agonizing for employees. Workers’ compensation aims to give employees efficient and affordable access to medical care when injured on the job. In reality, many...
Continue ReadingIn North Carolina, victims of accidents caused by drunk drivers may be entitled to compensation for damages. According to North Carolina law, individuals injured by the reckless actions of a drunk driver may seek punitive damages in addition to...
Continue ReadingEven the safest drivers aren’t immune to incidents on the road. When another driver’s carelessness hurts you, it seems fair for them to be responsible for the costs of the damage they’ve caused. In many states, including North Carolina,...
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