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Can psychological stress be compensable under workers’ comp?
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Last Modified on Aug 23, 2023

Accidents can happen to employees on the job. And it’s important to understand which illnesses and injuries are most likely to result in workers’ compensation claims. Commonly known damages under this claim are physical. These types of injuries include sprains, illnesses or conditions caused by…

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Construction dangers are evident after scaffold collapse
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Last Modified on Jul 21, 2023

Construction work is a common vocation for many in North Carolina. This is particularly true for immigrants, many of whom are Latino. Since construction workers are at significant risk and so many immigrants are involved in this type of work, it is imperative to be…

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Can I seek workers’ compensation benefits if I work remotely?
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Last Modified on Feb 06, 2023

The past few years changed the landscape of the traditional workplace in the United States. Many employers are now permitting employees to work remotely part-time or full-time. Still, work-from-home employees face hazards and can be injured, just as they could if they worked on-site. Work-from-home…

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Workers’ compensation: A safety net
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Last Modified on Jan 09, 2023

Workers’ compensation refers to benefits an employee may seek if injured on the job. It’s a kind of no-fault insurance meant to restore losses sustained by the employee, while at the same time protecting the employer from legal action. Workers’ compensation laws vary from state…

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Truck drivers have a very dangerous job
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Last Modified on Nov 11, 2022

They may not get a lot of attention for it, but North Carolina truck drivers have a very risky job. According to data from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, truck drivers account for a high number of workplace deaths across the country. They…

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Road workers are in danger from accidents
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Last Modified on May 04, 2022

North Carolina workers who are stationed on roadways know the level of danger they face simply by going to work and trying to do their jobs. Unlike many jobs, this is a situation where the combination of automobile accidents and work injuries intersect. The factors…

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The basics of North Carolina workers’ compensation law
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Last Modified on Mar 09, 2022

Workers injured in a workplace accident or who suffer a work-related illness are entitled to workers’ compensation. The process may be complicated, however, and workers must comply with procedural requirements. Coverage All businesses with at least three employees must have workers’ comp. insurance under the…

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What steps should I take following a workplace injury?
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Last Modified on Feb 17, 2022

A workplace injury can be devastating for workers and their families. For that reason, injured workers should know how workers’ compensation benefits can protect them and what steps to take following a workplace accident. There are several steps injured workers should take after they have…

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Will telecommuting increase or decrease a worker’s exposure to injury?
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Last Modified on Jan 28, 2022

While the early days of the pandemic featured numerous humorous anecdotes about workers having meetings interrupted by children, pets or neighborhood noise, the shift turned serious as organizations started struggling with more challenging questions. These questions focused in numerous complex areas including on-the-job injuries and…

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What benefits can I get after a work injury?
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Last Modified on Nov 19, 2021

Most North Carolina residents who suffer a work-related injury or illness will be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Residents of the Charlotte area should bear in mind that injuries and illness can develop over time and still be work-related; they need not be the…

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