Charlotte Workers Compensation Laws
Have you been injured on the job? Are your medical expenses piling up? If you are suffering mental or physical pain and are suffering financial loss due to an injury or disability that you received in an accident while working, you may be entitled to file a Charlotte worker compensation claim. Our workers compensation attorneys in Charlotte work with you and negotiate for you to get you—
- Money for medical treatment
- Temporary disability earnings while you are not able to work
- Compensation in case of permanent work injury
- Coverage for disability expenses
An injury is hard enough to deal with—let a workers comp lawyer in Charlotte at the law offices of Schwilm Law Firm, PLLC help get you back on the road to recovery.
Charlotte worker compensation laws
Not all job injuries in North Carolina are covered by worker's compensation. According to the North Carolina Worker's Compensation Act, in order to file a worker's compensation claim in Charlotte, an injury must be "caused by an accident or incident" that occurred during the course of employment. The only two exceptions are hernias and back injuries. Certain "occupational diseases" may also be covered as defined by Charlotte workers comp law.
Workplace injuries and filing workers compensation claims
The Charlotte worker compensation laws are very specific about what is determined as an injury or a medical condition caused by specific exposure in your work environment. If you believe you have been injured, it is your responsibility (employee) to file a Charlotte worker compensation claim. As a claimant, you must give immediate notice to your employer and a claim form must be filed within 30 days of the injury and have it filed with the North Carolina Industrial Commission.
How to begin the process of a workers compensation case
Let us be the experts in your corner. If you have been injured while working, or if you have developed a medical condition or disease over time as a result of your employment, you may seek compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and any permanent damage or disfigurement.
Because the cost of your injury or illness can result in a spike to your employer's insurance premiums, employers work to keep your accident compensation low. Let us work for you to ensure that you receive the full compensation you deserve. At the Schwilm Law Firm in Charlotte, we investigate your unique circumstances, advise you of your options, and hire any necessary experts on your behalf.
To discuss your workers compensation claim with an attorney at Schwilm Law Firm, PLLC, call 704-567-5252 or contact us online.
