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Deadly jobs list includes usual suspects, some surprises
A recent list of this country’s deadliest lines of work includes some occupations that people in Charlotte, North Carolina, probably have for a long time recognized were dangerous. However, the list also includes some professions that people might not think of as particularly dangerous jobs, or, even if they do,…
What you should know about occupational skin diseases
Studies have shown that an estimated 13 million workers across the United States are at risk of chemical exposure through the skin. In fact, occupational skin diseases rank second among the most common types of occupational diseases that workers suffer. Those who are at the highest risk include people working…
What is OSHA’s role in a workers’ compensation claims?
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is a government agency in charge of keeping workers in North Carolina and other parts of the country safe. To do so, it implements and polices a number of safety regulations. Failing to abide by these regulations can result in fines…
Retaliation for filing a workers’ comp claim is illegal
The federal government’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has good news and bad news for American workers. First, the good news: there was a decline in workplace injuries last year. The not-so-good news is that there were still nearly 3 million on-the-job injuries to American workers. The BLS said last month there…
The reasons for a workers’ compensation denial, what you can do
Regardless of your profession or industry, you could suffer an injury on the job at any time. If this happens, you need to know a couple things. First off, your health is top priority, meaning that you want to receive immediate medical attention. Secondly, there is always the possibility that…
Workers’ compensation protects the families of deceased workers
Most people who work a full-time job do so to support themselves and their loved ones. People dedicate a significant amount of their lives to their occupations, often more than the standard 40 hours a week. People become so accustomed to their daily work routine that they can get complacent…
Can I get both Social Security and workers’ compensation?
This blog has discussed what injured or ill Charlotte, North Carolina, workers can do if they find themselves disabled and, as a result, are unable to return to their line of work. One option they have is to seek disability benefits through the Social Security Administration. In addition to disability…
Why was my workers’ compensation claim rejected?
To determine why a particular workers’ compensation claim was denied it is important that a Charlotte resident seek the counsel of an attorney familiar with their case. This post will address some general reasons why claims of this nature are rejected, but specific information about unique cases should not be…
Insurance company shows how long compensation battles can last
While companies and organizations do care about the personal safety of their workers, some can show their true colors after a worker receives a major injury on the job. While it is necessary for North Carolina companies to have workers’ compensation to financially aid their employees after an accident, that…
Why timing is essential in workers’ compensation claims
Working in a warehouse or utilizing dangerous equipment may have you avoiding obstacles and hazards during your work day. Your risk of injury to your hands and knees is high when you use a strenuous, repetitive motion daily, or your job requires you to operate heavy machinery. You worry that…
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