Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance benefit for workers who are unable to work due to an employment-related injury or illness. Because you do not need to prove that your injury or illness was caused by your employer or anyone else, your benefits should be paid promptly when you need […] The post Common Delay Tactics for Workers’ Comp Claims appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

Workers’ compensation touches every industry and workplace in both the private and public sectors. Unfortunately, workers’ compensation law tends to lag behind the changes that occur in the industries it covers. At Martin & Jones, we help our clients by staying abreast of legal developments and by anticipating changes that […] The post The Future of Workers’ Compensation Laws in North Carolina: Trends and Changes appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

For many injured workers, their workers’ compensation claims are straightforward and are approved with little delay. For many others, unfortunately, their claims are far more complex and quickly get bogged down in disputes, denials, and appeals. If you feel like your workers’ comp claim is an uphill battle, get the […] The post Dealing with Disputes and Appeals in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Cases appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

When you get injured on the job, you will need to be treated by the doctors who are already approved by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company. On the one hand, it is only fair that the insurance company wants to make sure that disability determinations are being made by […] The post The Role of Independent Medical Examinations in NC Workers’ Compensation appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

In the daily bustle of our jobs, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that employers have a legal obligation to ensure the safety of their workers. Of course, this does not mean that they must do anything and everything to prevent every possible injury. Instead, they must […] The post Workplace Safety and Injury Prevention: Employer Responsibilities in NC appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

In every type of legal claim, the law sets a deadline by which claims must be pursued. Referred to as the statute of limitations, the purpose of this deadline is to protect parties from having to defend themselves against claims where evidence may no longer be available. For claimants, understanding […] The post Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Workers’ Compensation Claims in NC appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

If you have been injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits can cover your lost income and your medical expenses, which will go a long way toward helping you make a full recovery and meet your financial obligations in the meantime. However, even if […] The post Maximizing Workers’ Compensation Benefits in North Carolina appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

If you have been injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits can cover your lost income and your medical expenses, helping you make a full recovery and meet your financial obligations in the meantime. Even if your workers’ comp claim is approved, however, there […] The post Maximizing Workers’ Compensation Benefits in North Carolina appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

In every type of legal claim, the law sets a deadline by which claims must be pursued. Referred to as the statute of limitations, the purpose of this deadline is to protect parties from having to defend themselves against claims where evidence may no longer be available. For claimants, understanding […] The post Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Workers’ Compensation Claims in NC appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more

In the daily bustle of our jobs, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that employers have a legal obligation to ensure the safety of their workers. Of course, this does not mean that they must do anything and everything to prevent every possible injury. Instead, they must […] The post Workplace Safety and Injury Prevention: Employer Responsibilities in NC appeared first on Martin & Jones, PLLC ..read more