The Four Types Of Injuries Covered By Workers Compensation Claims In North Carolina
Ensuring Your Right to Workers’ Compensation Nearly all employees in the state of North Carolina are eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits for illnesses or injuries that are work-related. To receive compensation, the injury must fall under one of the four types of injuries covered by workers compensation. You must also be able to demonstrate […]
Are Workers’ Compensation Benefits Affected By A Failed Drug Test?
Understanding Drug Test Results and Workers’ Compensation You can be denied workers’ compensation benefits under Huntersville’s workers’ compensation law if it is determined that at the time of the accident, you were under the influence of an illegal drug such as cocaine, meth, or marijuana leading to a failed drug test. Also being under the influence of […]
Can I Get Workers’ Comp Benefits For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome In North Carolina?
Workers’ Comp and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome present moderate to extreme pain in the wrists and hands making it very difficult to perform motor tasks and operate professionally. But, what happens if it has occurred as a result of your occupation that you must perform throughout the week? If this is the case, […]
Wrongful Death Caused By Negligence Of Auto Transmission Manufacturer
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has slapped a Georgia-based company with penalties. The death was caused by the negligence of the auto transmission manufacturer, Hyundai Transys, also known as Powertech America, in its workplace safety practices. The citation from OSHA comes following the death of a Powertech employee at work. […]
