When you are injured at work, you probably have many questions about whether you are entitled to compensation or financial support. One of the most critical aspects of establishing your right to workers’ compensation benefits is showing that your injury occurred as a direct result of your employment. Insurance companies…
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North Carolina Appellate Court Reverses Order Denying Benefits to Injured Employee in Pre-Existing Back Injury Claim
If you were injured on the job, there are certain rules and procedures that govern whether you are able to recover compensation and benefit payments. Knowing which documents to file and ensuring that you preserve your rights can be stressful on top of coping with your injuries and inability to…
North Carolina Appellate Court Upholds Award of Workers’ Compensation Benefits to Grocery Store Employee Who Suffered Torn Bicep While Lifting Boxes
If you were hurt at work, you probably have numerous questions about whether you can receive workers’ compensation benefits and how to go about preserving your rights. At Maurer Law, our North Carolina work injury lawyers have proudly assisted numerous individuals with securing their right to compensation after suffering a…
North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission Orders Credit in Favor of Insurer in Scaffolding Accident
If you were injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. There are many rules and procedures that apply to the claims process, and it is essential that you have an experienced North Carolina workers’ compensation lawyer standing by your side to help you assert your…
North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Board Upholds Decision Authorizing Insurer to Request Change in Medical Treatment Plan for Injured Worker
The North Carolina workers’ compensation system is intended to provide compensation to injured workers who suffered harm while on the job. This mandate is clear, but the claims process is often complex and can take quite a bit of time to navigate. At Maurer Law, our work injury lawyers are…
North Carolina Appellate Board Upholds Award of Death Benefits and Medical Expenses Reimbursement in Workplace Fatality Case
Sometimes work injuries result in serious consequences for the victims, including death. Although some work injuries are clear-cut when it comes to whether the work-related accident was the cause of the injury or unfortunate death, other cases are rife with issues regarding causation. At Maurer Law, our North Carolina workers’…