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How can a workers’ comp settlement affect Medicare coverage?

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Medicare recipients injured in the workplace typically qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. However, before Medicare pays for future treatment, recipients must use at least a portion of these settlements from private insurers. When this occurs, it’s usually advisable to submit a Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside…

3 errors that can cost you your workers’ comp claim

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Imagine this: You slip and fall at work, feeling a sharp pain. Despite the discomfort, you decide to finish your shift without reporting the incident. This seemingly small choice could put your workers’ compensation benefits at risk. In the aftermath of a workplace accident, your actions carry…

Navigating workers’ compensation benefit denials: Your guide to appeal

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Workplace injuries can be physically and financially devastating. Receiving a claim denial can be frustrating. Fortunately, you can overturn initial denials on appeal. With the right approach and preparation, you can challenge the decision. You may get the chance to secure the benefits you need…

How preexisting conditions can impact a workers’ comp claim

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

A preexisting condition is any health problem that existed before a workplace injury. Common examples include back problems, arthritis and old injuries. When a new injury occurs at work, employers and insurance companies closely examine the worker’s medical history to determine if the current injury…

Why medical evidence matters in workers’ compensation appeals

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Medical evidence plays a significant role in workers’ compensation appeals. As a result, it can significantly affect the outcome, making it vital for employees to understand its importance. According to the North Carolina Industrial Commission, medical evidence serves as a basis for proving the extent…

Are work-related back injuries preventable?

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Back injuries can be a common occurrence in the workplace. These injuries can be debilitating and painful and could cause you miss workdays and lose income, impacting your overall quality of life. Fortunately, back injuries can be preventable. Why back injuries happen at work There…

Common workplace injuries in the textile industry

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

North Carolina has a long history in textile manufacturing, which continues strong today. The state is home to nearly 25% of all textile manufacturing employees in America and is responsible for almost 20% of U.S. textile exports. However, for a sector about making comfy and…

The link between concussions and construction workers

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Construction workers in North Carolina are at a high risk of concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injuries, due to various dangers in their work environments. For instance, their workplaces may expose them to falls from elevated surfaces, with falls from scaffolds, ladders and…