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When is an injury considered work-related?

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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2021

Suffering a serious injury can be a life-altering event that affects someone for the rest of his or her life. When that injury is work-related, getting help via North Carolina’s workers’ compensation system is often key to the recovery process and minimizing potential negative outcomes,…

Getting back to your job after a workplace injury

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Last Modified on Dec 19, 2021

A workplace injury can cause disruption in various areas of your life. You may be unable to work, yet you could have medical bills accumulating due to your injuries. This is much more than an inconvenience in your life, and you may wonder what this…

Employers have an interest in reducing work related car accidents

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Last Modified on Dec 18, 2021

The holiday season is often touted as the most wonderful time of the year, but it is also one of the most dangerous for workers. Anyone in North Carolina who spends time behind the wheel for work is at risk of being injured in a…

Changing weather brings renewed work injuries concerns

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Last Modified on Dec 02, 2021

Anyone who works outdoors knows just how much changing temperatures can affect safety. While hot temperatures are often emphasized when it comes to worker safety, cold weather also increases the risk of work injuries. North Carolina workers are more likely to suffer slip and fall…

Under Proposed Law, OSHA Would Have to Send News of Safety Violations at Worksites to Local News Media

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Last Modified on Nov 22, 2021

On October 20, 2021, a Congressional Bill proposed a requirement for OSHA to report safety violations at work to local news agencies and other groups for dissemination to local communities. These would include local newspapers, trade and labor organizations, industry groups, and other relevant outlets…

“In Person” Hearings at the North Carolina Industrial Commission (Take 2!)

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Last Modified on Nov 22, 2021

On January 1, 2022, our Industrial Commission will resume live or “ in person” hearings at the deputy commissioner and Full Commission levels. Deputy Commissioners can still allow video hearings upon a showing of good cause. In-person hearings will follow the COVID-19 safety protocols for…

A look at the most common types of work injuries

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Last Modified on Nov 19, 2021

There is seemingly no end to the different types of jobs one can get in North Carolina. From construction jobs to desk jobs and everything in between, there is an opportunity for a fulfilling career for most people. Despite the wide array of job types,…

Extreme temperatures cause work injuries throughout the year

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Last Modified on Nov 03, 2021

Workers in North Carolina are exposed to all kinds of on-the-job dangers, including things like heavy machinery, poor lighting and even violent customers. However, few people realize that one of the biggest risks to worker health has been on the rise for years now —…