You probably have a primary treating doctor that you have come to know and trust to handle your injuries or medical treatments. So if you get hurt while on the job and you take workers’ compensation to pay your medical costs, you may wonder if you have leeway to pick...
Firefighters in North Carolina are likely paying close attention to three bills making their way through the state legislature. The first of these bills is House Bill 355, which would ban firefighting foam that contains PFAS chemicals. These man-made toxic substances...
Working as a North Carolina firefighter places you at high risk for a work-related illness or injury. The physical act of fighting fires heightens your injury risks. However, you also face hazards related to exposure to harmful or toxic substances. Some of the...
Recently, you suffered an injury that keeps you from earning a living. You want to handle the situation properly, but do not know whether to apply for workers' compensation or disability insurance. Chron breaks down the two coverages for those who cannot work....
If you experience an illness or injury related to your job, you can apply for workers' compensation benefits in North Carolina. This program through your employer's insurance provider covers your medical expenses as well as disability costs if necessary. Review the...
Depending on the circumstances of a work-related injury in North Carolina, it could take days or years for injured workers to return to their jobs. A return to work or RTW program is an extension of workers' compensation benefits and can bring injury support...
