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How To File a Workers’ Compensation Claim In North Carolina?

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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

If you were injured at work, you might be wondering how to file a workers’ compensation claim in North Carolina. North Carolina law requires employees to follow specific steps, from reporting the injury to filing the proper forms with the NC Industrial Commission. Understanding the…

How Does Workers’ Compensation Work in North Carolina?

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Last Modified on Aug 15, 2025

If you were injured at work in North Carolina, a question you may ask is, “How does workers’ compensation work in North Carolina?” The system can seem overwhelming, but it is designed to provide medical care and wage replacement for injured workers without having to…

What to Do if Your Workers’ Comp Claim Has Been Denied in Charlotte, NC?

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Last Modified on Jul 05, 2025

If you are hurt while working in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, or any of the other thriving industries of the Charlotte area, you probably know that you can file a workers’ compensation claim to seek benefits that can help with your recovery. But do you know…

Does Workers’ Compensation Pay for Pain and Suffering in NC?

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Last Modified on Jun 11, 2025

If you have been injured while working and plan to claim workers’ compensation benefits, you may wonder, “Does workers’ compensation pay for pain and suffering in NC?” While North Carolina enforces strict rules pertaining to workers’ compensation, there are limits to what this insurance can…

North Carolina Workers Compensation Ghost Policy Explained

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Last Modified on May 04, 2025

You may not know that in North Carolina, it's legal for the insurance industry to accept payment for a fake or entirely useless document called a ghost insurance policy. This piece of paper is issued without insurance coverage for any active employees. It is mostly…

Does Surgery Increase Workers’ Compensation Settlements in NC?

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2025

If you’ve suffered a workplace injury in North Carolina and are facing the possibility of surgery, you may wonder, “Does surgery increase workers’ compensation settlements in NC?” Workers in the Triad area, which includes Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point, undergo surgeries through hospitals such as…

North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Settlement Chart

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Last Modified on Apr 16, 2025

Workers injured during employment in North Carolina often question the financial value of their workers’ compensation settlements. The North Carolina workers’ compensation settlement chart is a frequently used reference tool that serves as a structured guide listed in state legislation determining payment duration for different…

Most Dangerous Jobs in North Carolina: Workplace Injury Risks

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Last Modified on Feb 25, 2025

North Carolina has a variety of work industries, from agriculture to manufacturing to transportation to healthcare. While these sectors make up the core of the state's economy, they can also threaten the safety of its workers. By understanding the most dangerous jobs in North Carolina,…