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Jul 30, 2020

Charles’ Story Pt. 3: Benefits, Return to Work, and Life After the Injury

When a worker is injured on the job, Workers’ Compensation is supposed to kick in and replace the earnings he or she is missing due to the injury. But how much does Workers’ Comp cover?...

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Jul 23, 2020

Charles’ Story Pt. 2: Filing for a Hearing, Medical Treatment and What to Watch For

Workers’ Compensation claims in North Carolina are a matter of process. The process for Charles, our fictional injured worker, has just begun. As we proceed, we’ll show how the process differs with and without an...

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Jul 16, 2020

The Journey of a NC Workers’ Comp Claim

Hurt at work? Most North Carolina workers have no idea how the Workers’ Compensation system functions. Once they’ve suffered an injury, they’re at the mercy of a process they do not understand. So how does...

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Jul 14, 2020

How Do Settlements Work in Workers’ Compensation Cases?

Settlements in workers’ compensation cases are very different than settlements in other kinds of personal injury matters. It is important to understand why. Many people assume that when they get hurt at work, workers’ compensation...

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Jul 14, 2020

Social Security Disability Hearings

Social Security Disability hearings are an important part of the disability claim process. Although many claims make it to the hearing stage, it is important to know what happens before the hearing and why so...

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Jun 17, 2020

Insurance Exploitation Against NC Juries

Did you know that in North Carolina, the deck is sometimes stacked against people who have been injured – through no fault of their own – by negligent drivers? It’s a fairly complex nuance to...

Jun 09, 2020

When Your Car Accident Case Goes to Trial

When you’re hurt in a car accident in North Carolina, many people think hiring an attorney to represent you implies that you’ll be in a court at some point. But how often do car accident...

James Scott law offices explain why you shouldn't let a functional capacity evaluation get in the way of obtaining workers' comp benefits.

Jun 04, 2020

Don’t Let an FCE Derail Your Right to Workers’ Comp Benefits

Is your workers’ compensation doctor recommending a Functional Capacity Evaluation, often referred to as an FCE? If so, I’m sure you have lots of questions. While an FCE can be a useful tool to explore your...

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Jun 03, 2020

What Is Backpay in Social Security Disability?

When applying for disability, it is important to know not only what the Social Security Administration (SSA) is looking for while deciding on a disability claim, but also what benefits you’ll receive if it is...

James Scott Farrin law offices explain what happens when you get into an accident in the snow.

Jun 01, 2020

Weather & Auto Accidents – FAQs

So, what happens if you’re injured in an accident during, or caused by, severe weather conditions? The Weather, the Road and Personal Injury Can the Weather Be at Fault for an Accident While I’m Driving?...