Many workplace accidents happen because workers are tired. Fatigue can happen for many reasons- working long shifts, not having work breaks, doing manual labor, and other reasons. In both North Carolina and Virginia, employees who suffer any type of injury due to fatigue can file a workers’ compensation claim – without having to show that …
Preparation is often the main ingredient to a successful workers’ compensation hearing. Our North Carolina and Virginia workers’ compensation lawyer has more than 35 years of experience representing employees at their hearings. We work with you and your witnesses and doctors to prepare you for these hearings so you know what questions you can expect …
Workers in North Carolina and Virginia may suffer hip injuries for many reasons. Two of the more common reasons are slip and fall accidents and vehicle accidents. Hip fractures often require surgery and long-term rehabilitation therapy. Other causes of hip pain are arthritis, bursitis, and osteoporosis. According to the Cleveland Clinic, the hip joint is …
This is our third article on why working outdoors can lead to workers’ compensation claims in North Carolina and Virginia. In the first article, we talked about the dangers of biological hazards, venomous hazards, and the physical hazard of heat exposure. In the second article, we talked about heat stress and cold stress. In this …
This is our second article on why exposure to the outdoor elements can lead to workers’ compensation claims in North Carolina and Virginia. In the first article, we talked about the dangers of biological hazards, venomous hazards, and the physical hazard of heat exposure. In this article, we’ll talk about work injuries and illnesses due …
North Carolina and Virginia are mostly warm weather climates though it does get quite cold during the heart of winter, particularly in the mountainous areas of each state. Workers who work in the agricultural, construction, or other outdoor industries regularly risk injuries and illnesses while they work outdoors. Employees should understand that while both employers …
In part one, we discussed the types of workplace accidents and events that can cause a herniated disk. We also discussed the symptoms, possible complications, and diagnostic tests that are reviewed/used when an employee has a herniated disk. In this part, we discuss the treatments that are used for a herniated disk and how a …
What is a herniated disk? According to the Mayo Clinic, a disk is a rubbery cushion between the bones of the spine that “stack to make the spine.” These bones are known as vertebrae. “A spinal disk has a soft, jellylike center called a nucleus. The nucleus is encased in a tougher, rubbery exterior, known …
Generally, every worker in the country, including North Carolina and Virginia, must be an employee to qualify for worker’s compensation benefits. Employees can be full-time workers, part-time workers, or season-employees. Workers who are classified as independent contractors do not qualify for workers’ compensation benefits under either Virginia or North Carolina worker’s compensation laws. When the …
Both North Carolina and Virginia employ many different types of workers at their fulfillment centers. These centers are spread throughout both states. Amazon also hires many drivers who use Amazon’s trucks to make pickups from the stores and facilities that have the items that are ordered – and to make deliveries to the people and …
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If you are looking at this site, you or a loved one has probably been hurt. If that's true, you've come to the right place. Helping people who have been hurt is what we do. In fact, it is all we do. Joe Miller Law is a law firm concentrating exclusively on representing people who are injured by the carelessness of others or those hurt on the job. We provide the highest quality legal services to people who have been seriously injured. We practice Personal Injury law and Workmens' Compensation law in both Virginia and North Carolina.
