A serious injury can have far-reaching consequences, affecting the victim and their family members. A loss of consortium claim allows certain affected family members to seek compensation for the loss of companionship, care, and support they previously received from the injured person. These claims are often filed and heard in…
After filing a workers’ compensation claim for an on-the-job injury in North Carolina, what happens if workers’ comp doesn’t pay? Are injured workers out of luck? Or are there other options available to cover your medical bills and lost wages? If you’re experiencing this situation right now, a North Carolina…
Después de presentar un reclamo por compensación laboral por una lesión en el trabajo en Carolina del Norte, ¿qué pasa si el seguro de compensación laboral no paga? ¿Los trabajadores lesionados no tienen suerte? ¿O existen otras opciones disponibles para cubrir sus gastos médicos y salarios perdidos? Si se encuentra…
When you receive workers’ compensation benefits in North Carolina, you may undergo a functional capacity evaluation during your claim. An FCE helps your care team assess your ability to return to employment and any permanent restrictions after a workplace accident. FCEs can affect workers’ comp claims by determining when and…
The Raleigh law firm is offering a scholarship for North Carolina students Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. is pleased to announce its 2025 scholarship contest for high school students in North Carolina looking to further their education. The first-place award is $2,000, while the second-place winner will receive $1,000. …
If you suffered an injury from an accident that arose in the course and scope of your employment, you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim. However, it’s essential that you understand North Carolina’s workers’ compensation requirements, including what kinds of workers and injuries it covers…
A severe car accident can lead to thousands of dollars in medical bills, which typically makes medical expenses a significant component of a car accident settlement. Unfortunately, not all car accident settlements include enough compensation to cover hefty medical bills. What can you do if your medical bills exceed the…
Car accidents can be overwhelming, especially when you’re left to deal with injuries, medical bills, lost income, pain, suffering, and insurance claims. One often overlooked but crucial element is the importance of witness statements in car accident claims. Independent witnesses can provide an unbiased view of what happened, capturing details…
Being involved in a car accident can be a life-altering experience. Beyond the immediate physical injuries, victims often endure agonizing emotional and psychological distress. While the costs of pain and suffering do not appear on an itemized hospital bill, they are real impacts accident victims suffer that warrant compensation. If…
On October 3, 2023, Senate Bill 452 passed and became law. It changed many things in various kinds of insurance, but the most important to our clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents are the changes regarding the minimum auto insurance liability limits. These changes go into effect…
