Workers' Compensation
Workers’ Compensation:
Have you been injured on the job?
Did you get medical treatment?
Have you received wage benefits?
Should you talk to an attorney?
To learn more, see our FAQ page or call us today!
Workers' compensation claims are controlled in this state by the North Carolina Workers' Compensation Act. This act sets forth the requirements for having a compensable claim, and provides the benefits injured employees are entitled to.
Why Ledbetter & Titsworth, P.A.?
Our law firm concentrates primarily on helping the working injured with their workers' compensation claims from beginning to end. Our attorneys are experienced in obtaining the maximum benefits allowed under The Workers' Compensation Act for all types of injured employees and are more than willing to sit down and talk with anyone who has a question.
At Ledbetter & Titsworth, P.A., we can assist in every aspect of a workers' compensation claim, including:
- Preparing and filing the required notices
- Helping get proper medical treatment
- Assuring wage benefits are accurate and timely
- Litigating denied claims
Requirements
In order to have a workers' compensation claim, the employer must first be covered by The Workers' Compensation Act and the employee must be injured by an accident, a specific traumatic incident (if the back is involved) or suffer from an occupational disease. The injury or occupational disease must arise out of, and occur in, the course of the employment.
Benefits
Workers' compensation benefits consist of three basic types of benefits: (1) medical; (2) wage loss; and (3) payment for any permanent impairment. The type and extent of medical benefits, and the amount and payment of wage loss and permanent impairment benefits, depends on the facts and circumstances of each claim.
If you have a question regarding a workers' compensation claim or feel that you need legal help, give us a call. We have experienced lawyers you can talk to for immediate consultation.
