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Injured at work in North Carolina? Don’t face the complex Workers’ Comp system alone.

You’re already dealing with pain and stress from your injury. The last thing you need is the added burden of navigating the confusing NC Workers’ Comp System and insurance company by yourself.

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NC Workers' Comp FAQs

North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act

The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act is a set of laws (NCGS Chapter 97) designed to compensate (lost wage replacement) and provide certain benefits (medical treatment, access to vocational rehab, etc) to employees who have been injured in an accident while working. The laws also provide benefits for families who may lose a loved one in a workplace accident. In North Carolina, it is law that companies who employee three or more people carry Workers’ Compensation insurance. The Workers’ Compensation process in North Carolina is regulated by the North Carolina Industrial Commission. If any disputes arise during a claim between the two parties, the Industrial Commission will ultimately decide if the parties cannot come to an agreement. The Industrial Commission also approves all settlements in work injury claims.

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Worker’s compensation is a “no fault” system. This means you usually don’t have to show that your employer did anything wrong. You simply have to prove you were injured while working. However, employers and insurance companies sometimes try to pay less than what a claim is actually worth or wrongfully deny a valid claim. North Carolina’s no-fault system means you just need to provide evidence that you were hurt while working. Even if the injury was accidentally caused by you, your employer, a co-worker, dangerous chemicals or a defective product, you could be entitled to benefits. That’s because the workers compensation claim process is centered on providing compensation for legitimate, serious workplace injuries – not prosecuting potential offenders.

Common North Carolina Workplace Accidents and Injuries

The Liberty Mutual Insurance Company compiles an annual Workplace Safety Index of serious, non-fatal workplace injuries. The Index is based on work­ers’ compensation insurance claims from across the country and on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the National Academy of Social Insurance.

The 10 most frequent causes of disabling workplace injuries in the Workplace Safety Index were:

  1. Overexertion (from lifting, pushing, pulling, holding, carrying and/or throwing)
  2. Falls on the same level
  3. Falls to a lower level
  4. Bodily reaction injuries (caused by bending, reaching, climbing, standing, sitting)
  5. Being struck by object (such as something falling from above)

  1. Motor vehicle accidents
  2. Being caught in or compressed by machinery or objects
  3. Being struck against objects (including walking into or being pushed into doors or walls)
  4. Repetitive motion injuries (i.e., repeated stress or strain)
  5. Slipping and/or tripping without falling.

Common workplace accidents that our Wilmington and Fayetteville workers’ compensation lawyers assist with might be caused by:

  • Lack of gear for protecting the head, eyes, ears, torso, feet, etc.
  • Collapsed scaffolding (falls and being struck against objects)
  • Unsafe tools or machinery
  • Insufficient illumination
  • Improper ventilation or lack of respiratory equipment
  • Lack of proper training
  • Other unsafe practices or OSHA violations.

Common Wilmington and Fayetteville workplace injuries from these types of accidents include:

  • Lacerations (cuts)
  • Burns
  • Electrical shock
  • Impact injuries (bruises, concussions, bone fractures, joint dislocations, spinal injuries, etc.).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median number of days that injured workers are away from work is eight days. Significantly, more than a fourth of workers who are injured on the job are out of work for 31 days or longer.

The occupations with the highest number of non-fatal workplace injuries include:

  • Laborers and freight handlers
  • Tractor trailer truck drivers
  • Nursing assistants
  • Retail salespersons
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N.C. Workers’ Comp Benefits

Depending on the circumstances of your accident and injuries, the types of North Carolina workers’ compensation benefits you may receive include compensation for:

  • Medical bills
  • Rehabilitation costs (physical therapy, psychological services, vocational services)
  • Anticipated medical expenses
  • Lost wages and lost productivity.

In the case of a fatal workplace accident, your family may obtain a death benefit. If it can be shown that the injured worker’s employer or another party involved in the incident failed to follow established safety rules and regulations, a lawsuit may ask a court to award punitive damages.

Filing a North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Claim

The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act is complex and can be confusing. So, it’s natural to feel as if you’re in over your head. There are certain steps to take when filing a North Carolina Workers’ Compensation claim to help make sure you get the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve. These steps include reporting the injury, recording the circumstances of the injury in writing, and completing and submitting a North Carolina Industrial Commission Form 18. In order for your claim to be successful, you need to show that your workplace injury occurred due to an unexpected event that interfered with your usual routine.

A slip, trip or fall, for example, could qualify you for workers’ compensation benefits. Additionally, you must also show a causal connection between your job and the injury that occurred. This means you have to provide evidence that you were performing an authorized activity approved by your supervisor at the time of the accident. Any of several common mistakes in North Carolina workers’ compensation cases can derail your claim and cause it to be denied or approved with a benefit that is less than what you deserve. That’s why it’s crucial to seek the assistance of a skilled and experienced Wilmington and Fayetteville workers’ compensation attorney when filing for benefits.

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What should you expect when you file a North Carolina Workers’ Compensation claim?

If your Workers Comp claim is accepted by the insurance company, you will begin to receive benefit checks within a few weeks if your injury places you out of work. If accepted, you should also be receiving the medical treatment you need to treat your injury and get better. Unfortunately, Workers’ Compensation insurers can and often do dispute the idea that the worker’s injury was related to his or her job. This may delay the start of benefits or they drag their feet on approving certain medical treatments. If your workers’ compensation claim is denied, or benefits that are approved are not sufficient to meet your needs, you have the right to appeal that decision.

Contact a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today

The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act exists to protect employees who have been hurt on the job. But the process of making a claim can be daunting. The complicated nature of these laws may add to an already stressful situation. However, the workers compensation attorneys at Hardison & Cochran are here to assist you through the entire process to get you the compensation you deserve. If you or someone you love has suffered a workplace injury or illness, call the experienced North Carolina workers’ compensation lawyers at Hardison & Cochran at (910) 333-3333 or fill out our online contact form.

You’ll get a response within 24 hours. That’s because we take every workers’ compensation claim seriously. Let our workers compensation lawyers help you today.

Fayetteville, North Carolina

327 Dick St Ste: 101
Fayetteville, NC 28301

Wilmington, North Carolina

213 Princess Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Dunn, North Carolina

212 S Wilson Ave.
Dunn, NC 28334

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