Whether you are a carpenter and you regularly work with nail guns or you work in the construction industry in another capacity and find yourself near others using nail guns, it is important to understand the risks you face and the consequences of an accident. Every...
What does no-fault mean?
The workers' compensation system is a no-fault system. According to FindLaw, a no-fault system is one in which you may receive payments for your injuries without having to prove your employer was at fault. The no-fault system is in opposition to taking your case to...
Why do construction workers suffer so many head injuries?
When you work construction, you face a very high risk of sustaining an on-the-job injury, particularly to your head. Why? Because falls represent the number one cause of traumatic brain injuries and your risk of falling increases every time you work on a roof,...
How can forklifts endanger workers?
In retail settings, factories, distribution centers and many other businesses, forklifts allow workers to move heavy weights more effectively and efficiently. Workers can use a forklift to more effectively stack and store products, lift heavier weights and move these...
Life after an on-the-job spinal cord injury
Construction workers face numerous hazards on the job, including the risk of suffering spinal cord or other such serious injuries due to falls. Potentially resulting in total or partial paralysis, suffering spinal cord injuries may profoundly affect the lives of those...
How do I apply for workers’ compensation?
If you suffer an injury at work and your employer has a legal requirement to carry workers' compensation insurance, then you must make a claim to get benefits. The North Carolina Industrial Commission notes that you have to make a claim within 30 days of the accident...
What happens if I am permanently injured due to a work accident?
Despite you and your employer's best efforts to maintain a safe workplace, accidents do happen. Unfortunately, if you sustain a serious enough injury at work, this may render you permanently disabled. While many people this could never happen to them, between 6% and...
The role of training in protecting warehouse workers
Working in a warehouse exposes people to unique risks in North Carolina. Careful mitigation of risks may prevent them from creating a dangerous reality for workers whose jobs require them to work near potential hazards. Adequate training and education play a...
Flexibility, communication and money are crucial for TBIs
A recent article in an insurance industry publication looked at traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and the factors that make the biggest differences in improving the long-term outcome for patients suffering from these injuries. Long-term thinking saves money and quality...
Important differences between workers’ compensation and disability insurance
Income security is incredibly important for American workers today. Wages lost due to injury can burden families while medical debt can be financially catastrophic. Thankfully, there are several programs intended to protect workers during these times. Depending on the...
