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‘Tis the season — for workplace injuries
Thanksgiving and Black Friday are in the rearview mirror. That leaves the remainder of the holiday shopping season directly in front of us. For the thousands of Charlotte residents working in retail, it is a time of year in which the risk of work-related injuries is higher than normal. Many jobs in…
North Carolina man thanks first responders
The weight that rolled over a North Carolina man is the equivalent of six white rhinoceroses or, if you prefer, 5 Ford F-150s, one sperm whale or 10 Toyota Corollas. What actually rolled over him last summer was a 30,000-pound water truck. In the work accident, bones were broken, his pelvis…
In North Carolina, your arm is worth nearly $221,000
Workers’ compensation benefits vary greatly from state to state. In North Carolina, for example, the average maximum payout for losing an arm while on the job is $220,880. In Nevada, meanwhile, the same condition earns an average of $859,624, while in Alabama victims receive an average payout of only $48,840. Such…
What steps do I take to report a workers’ compensation claim?
You’ve been injured in a workplace accident. Do you know how to ensure your medical treatment and missed wages are covered? In North Carolina, there are certain steps you need to take right away to be eligible for workers’ compensation from your employer. Of course, the most important thing is…
Labor report recommends federal involvement in workers’ comp laws
Workers’ compensation is, for many, a vital component of employment benefits. Anyone can become injured or ill on the job, and workers’ compensation provides the safety net employees need to get back on their feet. A report by the Labor Department, however, sheds light on this state-regulated system, claiming that…
Reasons why a workers’ compensation claim could be denied
Getting injured at work can be a very upsetting experience. Not only will you likely have to miss work to recover, you can also be struggling with pain and the inconvenience of limited mobility, doctor appointments and medications. With all this in mind, it can come as great relief to…
What to know if you work with food slicers, grinders
You don’t have to work in construction or as an emergency responder to be exposed to dangerous workplace conditions. In fact, many people work with certain equipment every day that could put their health and safety in danger; they just may not realize it. For instance, if you work in…
Putting a price on body parts
One of the most devastating types of injuries a person can suffer on the job is one resulting in the amputation of a body part. Losing a finger, hand, leg or toe on the job can be traumatic, and victims of these accidents will almost certainly be eligible for workers’…
Certain safety restrictions lifted for truckers across US
Truckers face some very serious on-the-job hazards. Every time they go to work, they are at risk of getting into or causing a catastrophic trucking accident, which is why there are many state and federal regulations in place to keep truckers and other motorists safe. However, recently it was announced that some…
Are Employers Liable If Their Workers Contract Zika?
According to a recent study, Charlotte and Raleigh are among the 30 U.S. cities most likely to be seriously affected by the Zika Virus. A mosquito-borne illness that can be transmitted through sexual activity, Zika has been linked to a spate of severe birth defects that compromise a child’s proper…
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