On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Oct 14, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
As nurses serve on the front lines of health care, they put themselves at significant risk for a workplace injury. According to 2018 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurses have the highest rate of occupational injury among all occupations (excluding...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Sep 17, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Suffering an injury while on the job can be a stressful experience that could leave a person in North Carolina facing a long road to recovery. Individuals who encounter a similar circumstance could choose to seek much-needed financial aid through the workers’...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Sep 1, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
You have worked as a roofer for years but never had a serious injury until now when you fell from a ladder and were diagnosed with TBI. How does the doctor rate your injury, and how long can you expect workers’ compensation benefits to continue? About TBI A traumatic...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Aug 3, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
It is very common for people to suffer from a repetitive stress injury. If you have a job that requires you to do the same motions daily, you are susceptible to a repetitive stress injury. Drivers, healthcare professionals, warehouse workers and office workers are...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Jun 16, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
There are certain types of health conditions and hazards that could affect workers in virtually any employment setting. Suffering a back injury can be devastating in various ways, as such injuries can have a significant impact on one’s ability to carry out everyday...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Apr 30, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
An on-the-job injury entitles you to some specific benefits under workers’ compensation. Most employers must carry this insurance to protect itself and its employees. You will make a claim and wait for your benefits to start. It is usually a fairly simple process....
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Apr 7, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
From musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive movement to catastrophic injuries caused by malfunctioning equipment, workers in a wide range of industries face health risks on the job. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2018 there were 2.8 million...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Mar 16, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
North Carolina families suddenly finding themselves without a loved one’s financial support may qualify for death benefits under workers’ comp. A workplace accident or illness that results in a death has devastating effects on an employee’s surviving...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Feb 23, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Whether you work at a hotel, construction site, office, hospital or anywhere else, you take pride in the job you do. After all, you put your knowledge, skills and talents to work every time you clock in. If you sustain a job-related injury, though, you may never be...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Feb 5, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Worker’s compensation claims involving amputation can be straightforward, and they can also be very difficult. There are certain aspects of the claim that are readily discernible. In other words, you can figure out exactly what the benefit is based on what the...
