Workers’ compensation pays your medical bills and about two-thirds of your lost wages, no matter who caused the accident, but it never pays for pain and suffering. A lawsuit can, though only against a third party, an uninsured employer, or an employer whose misconduct was substantially certain to...

Are you feeling the heat at work after filing for workers’ compensation? Sadly, far too many employers put injured workers in fear of losing their jobs just for exercising their rights after workplace injury. But here’s some good news: North Carolina has laws to protect you from retaliation by your employer.

North Carolina law gives you 30 days to report a work injury in writing and two years to file a Form 18 with the Industrial Commission. Missing either deadline can bar your claim.

One moment the job is routine, and the next you are on...

Injuries can occur anywhere – including while you are at work. When you suffer an injury, you should be able to receive compensation. But it’s important to understand that depending upon the circumstances, there are two different ways in which you may do so: workers’ compensation or a personal injury claim....