North Carolina Workers' Compensation News

What are my rights?  Who decides job requirements?  What is light duty at work?   Can my employer force me to do a “made up” job? Can I be required to find another job? What happens if I refuse to do the work? What happens to my job after the…

I want to work, but there are some things I can’t do.  The doctor cleared me for light duty.  If I Have a Work Restriction, What kind of jobs do I look for?     Employers are going to be hesitant to hire somebody if they know they’ve already been…

What is Long Term Disability?  How is Different from Short Term Disability?  Can I Apply for Social Security Disability?   There is no definite answer in all cases. It is a case-by- case basis where I would advise someone on what to do in a particular situation – Kevin Jones …

Should I File a Claim for a Workplace Injury?  How Does Workers Comp Work?  Is It Legal for Them to Fire Me?     You really need to make an informed decision about what’s in your best interest overall – Kevin Jones         Consider the Big Picture:…

“The Check Is In The Mail?”  Wait, What?  How Can They Do That?  Who Can I Call?  What Happens If My Disability Check is Late,  Are There Legal Options?   The way the statute is written, it gives the adjusters too much leeway to hold up checks or not pay…

FMLA and North Carolina Worker’s Compensation Claims. What is the Family Medical Leave Act?   Am I required to make a claim? Can my Employer require FMLA? What is it? How Does it Work? What are my options?     The bottom line is that the return-to-work decision, whether or…

What Should I Do If I Was Hurt While Working?  Is There Insurance for Medical Expenses? How To File a Claim for an Injury at Work If you don’t understand your rights or what to do, that’s ok.  It can be complicated.  That’s why it can help to have an…

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