Call Us 919-240-4054Recently the North Carolina Department of Labor reported, and it was noted in the press, that workplace fatalities in the state had declined to an all-time low of 23 during the year 2013. However, the low numbers may be more from a change in the way the Department of Labor counts the deaths, and not […]
I was the victim of a crime – why aren’t the police helping me more?
We receive many calls and emails from victims of crime, mostly sexual assaults, who say the police are not doing enough to investigate the crime and bring the perpetrator to justice. They want us to make the police take action. Sometimes a lawyer can help the victim in this situation. However there is a lot […]
Valerie Johnson elected as Lawyers Mutual board member
Valerie Johnson was elected as a board member of Lawyers Mutual during their annual meeting held in Raleigh, NC on May 8, 2015. Valerie has 20 years of experience representing North Carolina workers, teaching North Carolina law students, and working for the rights of injured workers. She will provide a wealth of experience as a board member […]
NC Senate Bill 205 is bad for workers
A trucker once said, “Everything in your house came on a truck – including the house.” North Carolinians rely on men and women who carry the goods that we need and want. They work long hours and suffer serious accidents at an alarming rate. Workers’ compensation covers truck drivers when they are injured in the […]
Valerie Johnson honored by the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
Johnson & Groninger attorney Valerie Johnson was inducted into the American Bar Association College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers at its 9th Annual Induction Dinner, held in Naples, Florida in March. Valerie’s practice focuses heavily on representing North Carolina workers and their rights. She has a particular interest in fighting for the rights of injured workers, and […]
TOP 10 TIPS FOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS IN NORTH CAROLINA
The first and most important lesson when handling a workers’ compensation claim is to report injuries when they happen.
Injured at work and fired
William called with a painful situation: he fell at work and hurt his back, and his employer fired him once the doctor said he would need surgery. William had no money coming in and now he couldn’t work at all. He wanted answers right away. If you are injured at work and terminated from your […]
Partners in Super Lawyers
Johnson & Groninger PLLC is pleased to announce that all three of its partners have been named to the 2015 list of North Carolina Super Lawyers published by superlawyers.com. Lawyers are selected on the basis of peer recognition and professional achievement. Valerie is listed in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law and Ann is listed […]
Doctors and workers’ comp
When you have a workers’ comp injury, nothing is more important than your recovery. And nothing can help – or hinder – your journey back to good health more than your medical treatment. How do you get to the best doctor for your condition? North Carolina workers’ compensation law gives the insurance company the responsibility […]
Are you missing out on workers’ comp benefits?
Debra* walked into our office with a pile of papers. She wanted every penny that she was owed from her workers’ compensation carrier, and she intends to get it. We combed over the information and asked her what checks she had been receiving since she went out of work for her knee injury four months ago. […]
