When Adam True’s claim for continuing workers’ compensation payments was denied by his employer, Drew Culler filed for a hearing with the North Carolina Industrial Commission and fought for Mr. True’s benefits. Despite being seriously injured at work and undergoing multiple surgeries, Mr. True’s benefits were about to end because of a law preventing many […]
Workers' Compensation
Good News for Workers: You Can Still File a Claim for a New Work Injury—Even After Settling for an Old One!
If you’ve been hurt at work and already settled a work injury claim in the past, you might be wondering: Can I file a new claim if I get hurt again? The answer is YES, thanks to a recent decision by the North Carolina Court of Appeals! Here’s what happened in a recent case: David […]
Don’t Believe Everything You Hear About Workers’ Comp: What Every Injured Worker in North Carolina Should Know
If you work with a large number of people—whether you’re driving trucks or buses, working in a factory, or any other job involving hard work—it’s likely you’ve heard advice about workers’ compensation from coworkers or friends. While they may mean well, it’s crucial to remember that every workers’ compensation case is unique. Relying on general […]
Cómo los Trabajadores de Construcción Latinos en Carolina del Norte Pueden Presentar una Reclamación de Compensación Laboral
Los trabajadores de construcción latinos en Carolina del Norte enfrentan peligros significativos, ya que a menudo realizan algunos de los trabajos más peligrosos. Datos recientes muestran que los trabajadores latinos representan el 27% de los empleados en la construcción del estado, pero son responsables de más del 60% de las muertes en los sitios de […]
How Latino Construction Workers in North Carolina Can File a Workers’ Compensation Claim
Latino construction workers in North Carolina face significant dangers, often performing some of the most hazardous jobs. Recent Data shows that Latino workers make up 27% of construction employees in the state but account for more than 60% of the fatalities on job sites. If you or someone you know is a Latino construction worker […]
¿debo llegar a un acuerdo en mi reclamo de compensación de trabajadores?
Hay muchos factores que influyen en si debe llegar a un acuerdo y qué debe pedir: por ejemplo, ¿cuál es el riesgo de que esté fuera del trabajo durante mucho tiempo? Por ejemplo, si se lesiona en el trabajo después de trabajar para la misma empresa durante 30 años y no puede volver a ese […]