Can I be laid off for getting a non-job related injury?

NC is an "employment at will" State. You can be fired or laid off for a good reason, a bad reason or no reason at all - so long as it does not...

Can i file a suit for being fired without just cause or without any cause?

As Bob pointed out, you may have a cause of action for retaliation under REDA or the Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA as well as a workers comp...

Changing jobs after Worker's Compensation denial?

You have to survive. So build a record by keeping a log of your contacts with the doctor and employer, file Form 18 with the NC Industrial...

If I win a lawsuit will it affect my disability

i agree with the previous answer. But you didn't say whether you were getting SSDI, SSI or private long term/short term disability. If a...

My attorney withdrew from representing me I'm my work comp case. What can I do?

I agree with Bob. Get an attorney - preferably a board certified specialist in workers' comp law. Do it now! Many attorneys offer a free...

I really need done guidance for what my next step should be regarding my workers comp situation?

The insurance company doctors have now gotten you set up so they can potentially cut off your benefits. You needed a lawyer from day one. Get a...

Can can I fire my workman's comp lawyer?

I agree with the other responses. In addition, if you are on SSDI, you should be aware that your benefits from SS may (and usually are) offset...

Should I settle my workmen comp case for 7,500 that's included lawyers fees, and gas fees to and from Lumberton NC to Raleig NC?

I agree with the other comments. More, much more, information is needed. What is your compensation rate? Claim accepted or denied? Ratings? ...

Injured by a customer while at work and now in work limbo.

You must preserve the claim by filing Form 18 with the NC Industrial Commission. If denied, you may need to request a hearing - Form 33. The...

Total speculation. The Administrative Law Judges all seem to have different approaches. IMHO, the key factor is to get written medical...