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How Many Hours Do I Need to Have Worked to Receive Social Security Disability?
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How Many Hours Do I Need to Have Worked to Receive Social Security Disability?

Social Security can significantly help injured workers in the United States. However, to qualify for these Social Security Disability benefits, there are several requirements you’ll need to meet. One such condition is to have worked a certain number of hours. Often, we have clients ask what those requirements are. Who Qualifies as Disabled? The Social […]

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If I’m a Contract Worker, Do I Have Joint Employers?
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If I’m a Contract Worker, Do I Have Joint Employers?

Many people have multiple employers. Sometimes this is because they are working more than one job. At other times, it’s because they are contract employees. It also could be because their job falls under the umbrella of two companies. To answer the question, “Do I have Joint Employers If I’m a Contract Worker,” read on. […]

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Never Let Insurance Prevent You from Getting Back to Work
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Never Let Insurance Prevent You from Getting Back to Work

We know that when you’ve been injured on the job your aim is to get back to work as soon as possible. However, it can be frustrating when the insurance companies are preventing you from getting the treatment you need to heal properly. That’s one advantage of working with a workers’ comp attorney: We know […]

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What If My Appointed Doctor is Far Away, Do I Still Have to See Them?
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What If My Appointed Doctor is Far Away, Do I Still Have to See Them?

So you’ve been injured at work. You file for workers’ compensation, and you receive a doctor appointed by the insurance company. You’re thinking, “Great! My workers’ compensation process is going smoothly so far!” But then you notice the address of your doctor. They live in Raleigh, and you live in Wilmington. That’s a solid two-hour […]

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After an Injury, Will Returning to Work Hurt Your Case?

After a work injury, you might be chomping at the bit to return to work, and you’re not alone. Whether it’s because you’re ready for your regular paycheck, or because you’re bored with recovering at home or maybe simply because you miss your job, there are many reasons to want to head back to the […]

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Understanding Your Rights When You Have a Nurse Case Manager
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Understanding Your Rights When You Have a Nurse Case Manager

If you’re injured on the job and receive workers’ compensation benefits, you may also be assigned a nurse case manager to help coordinate your medical care. While having a nurse case manager can be helpful, it’s important to understand your rights and responsibilities when you have a nurse case manager. Who is a Nurse Case […]

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Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Coming and Going to Work?
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Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Coming and Going to Work?

Have you ever wondered if you’re covered by workers’ compensation when you’re coming and going to work? It’s a question that many employees have, but few know the answer to. After all, accidents can happen on the way to work just as easily as they can on the job site. In this article, we’ll explore […]

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How Could Social Media Be Harming Your Workers’ Comp Case?
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How Could Social Media Be Harming Your Workers’ Comp Case?

Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. We use it to share our thoughts, connect with friends and family, and even build our careers. But did you know that it is possible your social media activity can potentially harm your workers’ compensation case? In this article, we’ll answer the question, “How […]

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