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How big a risk does asbestos pose?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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If you work construction or a variety of other jobs, your job could be harming your health without your even realizing it. How? You could be inhaling asbestos fibers emitted from the materials with which you work. FindLaw explains that asbestos fiber inhalation over a period of years can cause…

Does Workers Compensation Insurance cover Coronavirus exposures?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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The North Carolina Workers Compensation Act is primarily geared towards compensating injuries by accident suffered at the work place, or a certain few listed occupational diseases like Asbestosis. For conditions which are not listed in the statute, North Carolina first asks whether the occupational disease is caused by conditions which…

Hit by a truck? Get compensated for your spinal injury

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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You were driving on your way to a client’s house for work when the unexpected happened: A truck heading your way didn’t stop for a red light, and it plowed straight into your driver’s side door. Your vehicle spun several times, and you found that you couldn’t get out of…

What resuming work means for a person’s SSD benefits

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Social security disability benefits can provide significant support to people in North Carolina who have been disabled to the extent that working is no longer an option. Whether or not this suspension is temporary or permanent, injured persons will need to file an application with the Social Security Administration and…

The power of asking questions at your doctor’s appointment

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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When you are preparing to go visit your doctor in North Carolina, one of the best things you can do is to write down any questions that come to your mind. Walking into your appointment with a clear picture of what you wish to discuss can not only optimize the…

How should you notify your employer of a safety concern?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Anytime you are preparing to bring up a concern to your employer, you may be feeling uneasy about how to approach your concern without sounding whiny. When the topic you wish to discuss is in relation to your safety in the workplace, understanding how to phrase your concern in a…