Getting hurt on the job can turn your life upside down. Medical bills start arriving, paychecks stop coming in, and uncertainty quickly sets in. North Carolina’s workers’ compensation system exists to protect injured employees, but navigating the process is not always simple. While some claims move smoothly, others hit delays, denials, or

After a workplace injury, financial stress can quickly add to physical pain. Medical bills, lost wages, and uncertainty about the future leave many workers wondering what help is available. Workers’ compensation exists to provide crucial support, but many injured employees are unaware of the full range of benefits they may qualify for.

Many injured workers hesitate to file a workers’ compensation claim because they fear losing their job. This concern is understandable, especially when income is already uncertain. The good news is that North Carolina law provides important protections for employees who exercise their rights. At Roane Law, we help workers understand their legal

Few things are more stressful than getting hurt at work only to find out that your workers comp claim has been denied. You count on these benefits to cover medical care, replace lost wages, and support your recovery. When the North Carolina workers compensation system pushes back, it can leave you feeling

Unless you’ve been living off the grid or trapped under a rock, most of us have heard statements such as, “Most workers’ compensation claims are bogus!”, “Workers’ Compensation reform is necessary because so many claims are fraudulent.” and “All those fraudulent workers’ compensation claims are driving up employers’ workers’ compensation rates.” Every

Having established in Part 1 that pre-existing conditions are not an absolute bar to recovery in workers’ compensation cases, we have arrived at the “beware” part of this discussion. Beware of NCGS §97-12.1. §97-12.1. Willful misrepresentation in applying for employment. No compensation shall be allowed under this Article for injury by accident or occupational disease

I always like to start with good news so let’s start this two-part series with the “not the end of the world part.” Do not let rumors or negative assumptions get you down. Having a pre-existing condition does not prevent you from obtaining workers’ compensation benefits. If you have a pre-existing condition,

A number of people who are injured at work, find themselves out of work for an extended period of time and wondering whether they can draw benefits through workers’ compensation and social security disability. The short answer is maybe, but it’s complicated. First, is the issue of eligibility requirements. Generally speaking, it is easier

As the COVID-19 public health crisis developed, many North Carolinians found themselves working from home either, as a result of voluntary safety initiatives of employers or executive orders of Governor Cooper. Today, as COVID-19 metrics improve in North Carolina, a significant number of North Carolinians still find themselves working from home or

This seems like such a simple question. In fact, it is in the form of a “yes” or “no” question. However, the answer isn’t a simple “yes” or “no.” The answer is, yes, under certain extremely limited circumstances, so in reality, rarely. Let’s break this down and dig into the specifics behind