Seven Things Everyone Should Know About Workers' Compensation Cases in North Carolina
Here are seven important things that everyone in North Carolina should know about workers' compensation law, procedure and benefits. This was written by Bobby L. Bollinger, Jr., a lawyer who is certified as a Specialist in North Carolina Workers' Compensation Law. more...
What is an MSA?
This legal guide gives a brief explanation of the Medicare Set Aside Trust Account or "MSA." What is an MSA? The purpose of the Medicare Set Aside Trust Account is "to protect the interests of Medic more...
Don't Kill Your Case with Social Media Posts!
Insurance companies and defense lawyers will examine all of your online activity--Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and anything else you are doing. Don't post things that can be used against y more...
Saving Medical Costs by Eliminating Diagnostic and Treatment Options For Back Pain
Here is a link to a column by Karen Garloch of the Charlotte Observer. Ms. Garloch discusses how to reduce medical are expenses, especially for back pain complaints. This is of interest to the workers' compensation community because so many on-the-job injuries involve the spine.
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Fume and Inhalation Injuries in North Carolina Workers' Compensation
Some workers are exposed to noxious fumes and dust in the workplace. These workers include people employed in auto body shops, auto racing shops, the airline industry, and in many types of manufacturing and maintenance.
If you have been exposed to noxious fumes or dust at work, t... more...