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Ways that construction accidents can happen
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics keeps track of fatal occupational accidents for many fields of work, including the construction industry. For North Carolina, examination of the BLS data reveals that there is no one prevailing source of fatal incidents. The BLS breaks down sources of fatal accidents into six categories. Two…
New OSHA report critical of injured worker treatment
A recent report prepared by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration indicates that despite the availability of means such as workers’ compensation to assist them, injured workers still face long-term income losses and other economic setbacks that the government agency concludes are unacceptable. The report, “Adding Inequality to Injury: The…
Getting Ready for Your Social Security Disability Hearing – Part VII
On occasion Judges will announce a decision at the hearing; however, the more common practice is for the Judge to hear the testimony, do another review of the medical evidence and send before making a final decision. The decisions are in writing and mailed to you and your attorney at…
Should I accept my employer’s settlement offer?
Not all workplace accidents lead to workers’ compensation benefit claims, even if the underlying injury is one that would lead to benefits eligibility. Sometimes from the perspective of the employer and its workers’ compensation insurer, it is more practical to offer the injured worker a settlement in lieu of going…
Helping you navigate to recovery after a workplace accident
We live today in what might be considered to be an increasingly entitlement-based society. But not for you: you still proudly represent that dying breed known as the American worker, waking up to an alarm clock in the morning so you can support yourself, and your family. Working for a…
Getting Ready for Your Social Security Disability Hearing – Part VI
Your hearing will be held before an Administrative Law Judge who worked for the Social Security Administration and only your social security cases. There will not be a lawyer for the government there trying to prevent you from getting benefits. There is no jury or spectators at the hearing. Generally,…
Your right to sue for injuries from workplace accidents
There are dangers inherent in most lines of work, but some occupations can be more prone to industrial accidents than others. If you are injured on the job, the general rule is that your source of compensation for medical care, lost wages and other expenses related to your injury will…
Getting Ready for Your Social Security Disability Hearing – Part V
Don’t try to describe your condition as better than it is. If you hurt, testify that you hurt and where. If you don’t testify that something is wrong, there is a chance the Judge will ignore medical records that indicate the existence of these problems. On the other hand, don’t…
Getting Ready for Your Social Security Disability Hearing – Part IV
Usually you will be asked questions by both your attorney and the Judge at your social security disability hearing. Please listen carefully to the questions and ask that it be repeated or explained if you don’t understand. Answer only the question asked. If you’re asked about your legs, don’t start…
Mecklenburg County had most workplace deaths in state in 2014
Almost every day the news includes stories about the workforce such as unemployment numbers and attempts to raise the minimum wage. Some of these stories may include the number of workers who are injured and even die due to workplace conditions. Unfortunately, Mecklenburg County is at the top of the…
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