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Do I lose workers’ compensation benefits if I return to work?

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Last Modified on Dec 21, 2020

Suffering a serious workplace injury is a life altering experience. Many victims in North Carolina spend weeks, months or even longer out of work. Workers’ compensation benefits are essential for these victims, as they provide compensation for things like medical care and lost wages. These…

What’s next after suffering an injury at work?

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Last Modified on Dec 07, 2020

Suffering an injury in a job-related accident can be overwhelming. What should you do next? How can you make sure you get what you need to pick up the pieces and move forward? It’s prudent for every North Carolina employee to understand his or her…

Common examples of workplace injuries

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Last Modified on Nov 25, 2020

No matter how safe a workplace may seem, some accidents are simply unavoidable. This is unfortunate since it means that North Carolina workers and their employers might do everything they can to keep everyone safe, but still end up hurt. Some of the more common…

Poor regulation adherence may lead to scaffold injuries

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Last Modified on Nov 18, 2020

Construction work often requires workers to perform their jobs at great heights. Because of this, scaffolding is a common feature of construction sites in North Carolina. Unfortunately, scaffold injuries are exceptionally common. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration — OSHA — approximately 65%…

The link between daylight saving time and workplace accidents

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Last Modified on Nov 02, 2020

Whether eagerly looking forward to rolling back the clock or wanting things to simply stay the same, most people have some pretty strong feelings regarding daylight saving time. Regardless of one’s feelings, adjusting to the sun suddenly rising at a different time in the morning…

Construction accidents with falls almost always avoidable

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Last Modified on Oct 22, 2020

Construction site falls are not rare events. Unfortunately, such accidents are almost always preventable, but they often end in tragedy. North Carolina workers who operate at great heights may understand the risk, and there are simple precautions they can take to avoid serious injury in…

Amazon allegedly stretched truth about workplace safety

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Last Modified on Oct 08, 2020

Going to work should not be scary, but for many people this is a near daily reality. This can be even more distressing when employers downplay just how dangerous their workplaces really are. Unfortunately, Amazon workers in North Carolina might already be all too familiar…

Do you understand how workers’ compensation works?

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Last Modified on Oct 05, 2020

If you suffered an injury at work, it could affect more than just your income. In addition to needing time off, you may need medical support and help getting back to work. Your recovery can be lengthy and costly, and it can be difficult to…