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You could be liable for subcontractors’ workplace accidents

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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In the state of North Carolina, the majority of employers are required by state law to carry workers’ compensation insurance for all of their employees, and this requirement extends to subcontractors. If your business is getting ready to hire a subcontractor, it may be wise to request proof of insurance.…

What are common causes of North Carolina motor vehicle accidents?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Motor vehicle accidents in North Carolina occur for a variety of reasons. Some are the result of adverse weather conditions while others are the fault of drunk drivers. Which causes are most commonly pinpointed as causes for motor vehicle accidents in the state? According to accident statistics released by the…

Inflammatory Arthritis

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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There are several types of inflammatory arthritis conditions that can support a claim for disability. These include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and sarcoidosis. The Social Security Administration has specific guidelines for each of these conditions and a knowledgeable disability attorney can provide the information your physician needs to evaluate your condition…

Mental Injuries Under the Workers’ Compensation Act

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Mental injuries by accident are covered under the North Carolina Workers Compensation Act. Mental impairments are compensable as long as the resulting disability meets the statutory requirements, namely injury by accident or occupational disease requirements. An injury by accident is defined as “an unexpected, unusual or undersigned occurrence.” Where a Plaintiff…

Upper Extremities

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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The inability to use one or both hands to perform fine and gross movements can very seriously impact an individual’s ability to perform substantial work activity. To be able to use the upper extremities effectively, an individual must be able to reach, push, pull, grasp and finger. Difficulty in performing…

Does your work injury qualify you for workers’ compensation?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Did you suffer a work injury while on the job in North Carolina? Has your workplace injury left you unable to return to work, facing mounting medical bills and unsure of your financial future? If you answered yes to both questions, your work injury may qualify you for workers’ compensation.…

Workplace accidents involving cranes all too common

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Crane-related accidents have been seen in the news all too often both in and outside of North Carolina. Many of these workplace accidents result in serious injuries to construction workers or bystanders, and many even prove fatal. One recent crane accident that occurred in another state is yet another reminder…

Arthritic Diseases

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Arthritis is the most common type of arthritic condition affecting the musculoskeletal system. In evaluating osteoarthritis, the Social Security Administration looks at the impact of the disease on an individual’s ability to function, i.e., stand, walk, use of hands. A significant limitation in the ability to do one or more…

Loss of Function in Musculoskeletal System

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Under the Social Security Regulations, loss of function may be due to bone or joint deformity or destruction from any cause; miscellaneous disorders of the spine with or without radiculopathy or other neurological deficits; amputation, or fractures or soft tissue injuries, including burns that require prolonged periods of immobility or…

Helping victims after motor vehicle accidents in North Carolina

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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In North Carolina, as in all states, countless drivers and passengers are injured on the roadways each year in preventable accidents with a variety of causes. In many cases, distracted drivers are found to have been at fault for these motor vehicle accidents and this trend does not seem to…