When you clock into your job, you expect to work and you expect to be safe; however, unexpected accidents can happen on the job, leading to injuries and losses. Our North Carolina workers’ compensation lawyer is here to help you recover from injuries suffered in the workplace. Your injury may be physical, such as a broken bone, or it can be mental, such as PTSD. Over 2.8 million worker-related accidents are reported every year. Not everyone who suffers from a work-related accident seeks monetary reparations, even though they miss out on work and life events.
The Layton Law Firm is here to help with compensation for your work-related injury. It’s important to know that 13% of workers’ compensation claims are denied. If you need assistance filing a claim or appealing a denied claim, we can help you. Our attorney, Chris Layton, became a lawyer to help people who would otherwise be taken advantage of, and he is prepared to help defend your rights and your interests in your case. As a North Carolina resident for over 20 years, and with over a decade of legal experience, he is dedicated to serving members of the North Carolina community with their legal needs. You do not have to seek amends yourself. Contact our team at The Layton Law Firm today. We will fight tooth and nail to help you receive the justice and compensation that you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to file a workers’ compensation claim?
While you can file a claim on your own, hiring a workers’ compensation lawyer can help you navigate the process, especially if your claim is denied or if you face challenges from your employer or their insurance company.
What benefits can I receive through workers’ compensation?
Benefits can include coverage for medical treatment, temporary or permanent disability payments, vocational rehabilitation, and compensation for any permanent injuries. A lawyer can help ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.
Claims and Covered Injuries
If you thought that you had to have a broken bone or pulled muscle to seek compensation for a workplace injury, you will be glad to know that isn’t the case. Any injury directly resulting from your employment may entitle you to workers’ compensation. Common injuries covered by workers’ compensation include, but aren’t limited to shoulder injuries, back injuries, falling from scaffolding, repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, lung damage due to poor air quality, and more.
With that in mind, it’s essential to know that you may not be entitled if you’re injured while participating in a behavior that could be against workplace policy. For example, if the workplace policy was not to lift more than 90 lbs, and a worker did, they may not be entitled to compensation. There can be nuances in cases like this, as a supervisor might instruct an employee to do something against workplace policy. Our North Carolina workers’ compensation lawyer will help you investigate your case and help you determine the best path forward towards recovery.
Suing For Negligence
Keep in mind that if you file a workers’ compensation claim, you cannot sue the same employer for negligence through a personal injury lawsuit. Workers’ compensation is designed to compensate you for the medical expenses related to the injury, your future health needs, your lost wages, both past, present, and future, together with any disability you may experience because of the injury. By discussing your case with our North Carolina workers’ compensation lawyer, you can determine which avenue is right for your case and your future.
Contact Our North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today
If you were injured at the workplace or employed at the time you were injured, we would be happy to hear from you. Our attorney will help you sort through your options, whether it involves workers’ compensation or personal injury. Request a consultation online, or call 704.749.7747 and speak to a lawyer today. We hope you choose to recover with The Layton Law Firm.