Many people who are injured on the job are hesitant to file a workers' compensation claim because they are afraid of being fired. However, in North Carolina it is illegal for your employer to fire you or retaliate against you for filing a workers' compensation claim.
For more than 17 years, the attorneys of Smith and Blizzard have represented workers who have suffered work-related injuries in eastern North Carolina. We also represent family members in death claims. Our law office is located in Kenansville, across the street from the courthouse. We offer a free initial consultation to explain the workers' compensation claims process and the benefits you are entitled to.
Workers' compensation (also known as workman's compensation) offers three basic benefits:
- Medical care for as long as you are injured
- Disability benefits for as long as you are unable to work or can only work part time
- A lump sum payment for death or percentage of permanent injury
The insurance carriers who handle workers' compensation claims rarely offer injured workers the full amount of compensation they deserve for permanent injury. Our lawyers will help you negotiate with the insurance carrier to receive the full amount of money you deserve. If you and the workers' compensation doctor do not agree about your medical care or your percentage of permanent injury, we can help you obtain a second opinion.
Can I Sue My Employer for Personal Injury?
While workers' compensation laws generally protect employers from being sued by their employees for injuries occurring on the job, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit if your injury was caused by someone other than your employer (such as a contractor, equipment manufacturer or other driver in a car accident).
Contact a Kenansville Workers' Compensation Attorney
If you have any questions or would like additional information regarding your work injury claim, please do not hesitate to contact us. To schedule a free initial consultation with a Duplin County workman's compensation attorney, call 910-315-0244 (800-515-2309 toll free) or send us an e-mail. Se habla español.
