Did you suffer a workplace injury? Do you now seek workers’ compensation benefits to pay your medical expenses and lost wages? If so, knowing the workers’ comp delay tactics that could derail your claim is critical. Workers’ comp adjuster tricks could defeat your efforts to obtain full benefits. Our experienced Winston-Salem and Charlotte workers’ compensation attorneys are here to...
Continue ReadingAccording to the U.S. Citizens and Immigration Services, the overall U Visa approval rate in 2020 was 77.1%, which means only 22.9% of U Visa applications were denied nationwide. In the same year, in North Carolina, the U Visa approval rate was 86%, with a denial rate of only 14%. Since 2016, North Carolina has achieved one of the...
Continue ReadingIf you have been injured at work and your workers’ comp claim is denied, you are undoubtedly worried about your medical expenses piling up. There are options to paying your medical bills, even when workers’ comp denies the claim. Health insurance covers bills consistent with your policy, but a denied claim may lead to high out-of-pocket costs. Insurers also...
Continue ReadingWorkers’ comp in North Carolina will cover your medical expenses associated with your workplace injury. In fact, one of the primary purposes of workers’ compensation insurance is to prevent injured workers from getting saddled with medical bills due to their on-the-job accidents. With that being said, there are rules and regulations in place that you must follow to ensure...
Continue ReadingSuffering a work-related injury can be absolutely devastating. It can also leave you with plenty of questions. In particular, you may wonder how your workers’ comp injury rating is calculated in North Carolina. Understanding the process can help you receive the compensation you deserve and the justice you need. Here, we’ll discuss the key factors that determine your workers’...
Continue ReadingWhen the federal government decides you do not have the legal right to remain in the US, it typically initiates removal or deportation proceedings against you. The most important part of the removal process is the individual hearing in immigration court. Held before an immigration judge (IJ), the individual hearing is, in essence, a trial where you and the government present...
Continue ReadingEMP Law is proud to announce that several of our attorneys were featured in the Best Lawyers 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. These prestigious accolades are determined through Best Lawyers’ peer review research process, which honor the top 5% of private practice legal talent across the country. Learn more about the methodology by clicking here. Best...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer a work injury, you need to act quickly. You need to seek medical attention through your employer as soon as possible for the best chances of recovery. And you need to report your injuries to the proper authorities to preserve your workers’ compensation rights. Is there a statute of limitations on workers’ comp claims in North...
Continue ReadingA hostile work environment is a workplace where unwelcome conduct creates an intimidating, offensive, or abusive atmosphere, violating EEOC legal standards. Harassment is a common example of unwelcome conduct that can contribute to such an environment. North Carolina and federal statutes outlaw harassment in the workplace and provide remedies for employees suffering in hostile work environments. But while kindness...
Continue ReadingIf you are injured on the job in North Carolina, you may wonder when workers’ comp will start paying. Workers’ compensation is designed to provide financial assistance to workers injured or who become ill while performing job-related duties. Here’s what you need to know about when workers’ comp starts paying in North Carolina. For immediate assistance from an experienced...
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