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...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Jan 21, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
If you are one of the lucky people whose employer provides you with a company car to drive, you know how beneficial this perk can be. But what happens if you wreck that car? Can you file a workers’ compensation claim for any injuries you receive? Must your employer’s...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Jan 7, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
North Carolina’s no-fault workers’ compensation system is designed to provide a variety of financial benefits for you if you suffer an injury at work. If you meet the other conditions, you could be entitled to these benefits regardless of any mistake you...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Jan 3, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Although anyone can be involved in a workplace accident regardless of how many years they have been working in a certain field, some people are especially vulnerable when it comes to job-related injuries, such as those who have recently started a new job. Even if...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Jan 3, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Workplace illnesses and occupational injuries are not exactly rare in the United States. In fact, according to a recent press release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2018 alone. Even if you...
On behalf of Ganly & Ramer, P.L.L.C. | Dec 23, 2019 | Workers' Compensation
Being the victim of a workplace accident in North Carolina has probably impacted your life significantly. Aside from the time you have had to take off of work to recover from your injuries, your previous confidence in your career-related skills may be waning because...
