When an employee is seriously injured during the course of their work or when they suffer from occupational disease they may be eligible for compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation can assist the employee in paying for medical-related costs and disability benefits.

Every year millions of workers are injured in the workplace. Fortunately, a significant percentage of workplace injuries are covered under workers’ compensation insurance in North Carolina, regardless of fault.

After being injured in an accident in which another reckless party was “at-fault,” you may be approached by insurance adjusters claiming they are capable of providing you with a hefty settlement. Think again.