workers' comp

Why Was My Workers’ Compensation Claim Denied?

March 8, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Why Was My Workers’ Compensation Claim Denied?

In North Carolina, as elsewhere, when an employee gets hurt while on the job, they are entitled to file a workers’ compensation claim. An employee may file a claim to obtain benefits if they suffer an on-the-job injury. The North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC) administers workers’ compensation. Once you file a claim, the insurance company and the employer review it to make a determination. Sometimes, a workers’ compensation claim is denied. When that happens, you could be left with large medical bills and unpaid time off from work.

Reasons Why a Claim Might Be Denied

What Causes Construction Accidents?

February 22, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What Causes Construction Accidents?

Construction is an important industry, and it employs more than 11 million workers in the United States. Although we need construction for growth and improvement, it can be considered one of the most dangerous jobs. Accidents can be more common in the construction industry than in many other professions. When a construction accident happens, it could result in serious or life-threatening injuries or fatalities. If you were hurt in a construction accident, the negligent party may be responsible for your damages, including your medical bills and more.

Types of Construction Accidents

Filing a Workers’ Compensation vs. Personal Injury Claim in North Carolina

April 7, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can my employer fire me because I filed a workers’ compensation claim?”

If you have sustained an injury at work, you might be wondering, “Should I file a workers’ compensation claim or pursue a personal injury lawsuit?” You need to understand the difference between personal injury and workers’ compensation claims in North Carolina.

How to Rejoin the Workforce After a Workers’ Compensation Claim

October 7, 2020 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if my employer doesn’t have workers’ comp insurance or doesn’t file the claim?”

Are you ready to return to work following a workers’ compensation claim, but unsure how to get started? Fortunately, the experienced team at Arnold & Smith, PLLC can help. There are a variety of reasons why you may have filed a workers’ compensation claim, and we want you to know that no matter the reason, you have options and rights when it comes to returning to the workforce after you recover. Whether you had a slip-and-fall incident, were injured in an auto accident, or were the victim of medical malpractice, there are steps available to help you get back to work.

Oklahoma Supreme Court Rejects Workers’ Comp Law Catering To Special Interests

February 7, 2018 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if my employer doesn’t have workers’ comp insurance or doesn’t file the claim?”

We routinely hear that special interest groups exert outsize influence on legislation. Whether at the local, state or federal level, those industries with money to spend and lobbyists to hire are able to profoundly influence laws that govern us all. Though we might hear about this as a general area of concern, it is not often that we have specific examples of this playing out. One recent case in Oklahoma that made it all the way to the state Supreme Court did just that, revealing the power of certain moneyed special interest groups and the importance of an active judiciary to keep that power in check.