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What Is a Workers Comp Injury Rating?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Injuries at work can have serious consequences. However, workers’ compensation is mandated by North Carolina law to see that compensation is given when appropriate. Unfortunately, though, workers’ compensation can be a complicated process. That’s why one of the most effective ways to get the compensation you deserve is by working…

What Is an FCE Test and Why It’s Important in North Carolina?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a crucial test that helps to assess an individual’s physical ability to perform work-related tasks. It is administered by a licensed physical therapist and involves a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s physical capabilities and limitations. In North Carolina, FCE tests are essential in ensuring employee…

What Happens When You Have a Career Ending Injury?

When most people think of career-ending injuries, they think of professional athletes. However, people in any industry and working at any level can suffer from an injury that ends their career. Most people use their brain and at least their arms and hands to do their work, and there is…

The High Costs Associated With ACL Surgeries

Our bodies have a high capacity to heal. When we cut our finger, scrape a knee, or suffer a bruise, our body works quickly to fix the issue while we go on with our day. Most times, we do not notice that healing is even occurring. Unfortunately, there are certain…

My Husband Died on the Job: Can Workers’ Compensation Help Me?

When most people go to work, they assume that they will remain safe during the workday. Although there are certainly dangerous occupations, most jobs have safety protocols and requirements. These help employees maintain their health, happiness, and ability to return to their families every night. Unfortunately, these systems are not…

What Are the Labor Laws in North Carolina?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Every North Carolina employer has various legal obligations to their employee, and the state enforces a strict set of rules regarding employee-employer relationships in the state. Therefore, every employer needs to know and understand the labor laws of North Carolina and the obligations they require of them. Likewise, it is…

Is North Carolina an OSHA State?

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the US Department of Labor section responsible for ensuring safe workplaces in the United States. OSHA is also charged with developing new safety standards that account for the evolution of the industry and changing business processes throughout the country. OSHA develops many…

How to report a workplace injury

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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A work-related injury may hinder your ability to earn a paycheck for your family, leading to days, weeks and even months of missed time on the job. That means no income. However, you can file for workers’ compensation benefits. But in filing for these benefits, you must report your injury,…

Understanding the causes of bursitis

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Often, having a physically active job means that you engage in repetitive motions. When a certain motion is repeated frequently every day, it can cause strains in your muscles, bones and tendons. This is why tendon and muscle injuries are particularly common in construction workers, and other workers who are…

Self-care helps nurses avoid workplace injuries

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Nurses in North Carolina care for other people all day long. To stay healthy and strong, it’s important that nurses care for themselves too. Practicing good self-care is also an important way that nurses can avoid common workplace injuries. Getting enough sleep Nurses often work long shifts under stressful conditions.…