In North Carolina, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance program and the state Industrial Commission that oversees it provide crucial benefits to injured workers. However, the system only works when everyone involved acts in accordance with the law, and each party has unique responsibilities in that regard. So, just what is the […]

As difficult as dealing with a workplace injury can be, facing a potential legal battle can be substantially more stressful. Understanding the parameters for potential claims by consulting with a trusted Concord workers’ compensation lawyer can allow you to proceed through the legal process with confidence. While you likely cannot […]

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) helps ensure that workplaces across the United States are safe for employees to work. When injuries happen, one of the first steps for the injured and their employer is to report the injury to OSHA. Understanding what happens when an injury is reported […]

Mesothelioma is one of the most serious and deadly forms of cancer that someone can be diagnosed with. Life expectancy is often just a year or two after diagnosis. In most cases, the condition will form in the lining of victims’ lungs, although it is regularly found in the lining […]