There are many unique situations in the settlement of North Carolina Worker’s Compensation cases. Here a just review. For a full review of your situation, please contact my office.
Partial Disability Settlements. Some employees can return to work but at a lower pay rate before they were injured. Workers in this scenario are allowed the weekly difference of the amount they previously earned minus the amount they now earn – times 2/3. This rate is available for up to 500 weeks under the revisions to the North Carolina worker’s compensation statute.
Some of the questions that an injured worker needs to review in this scenario are;
- What is the definition of suitable employment?
- Are there any limitations on the jobs that an employee has to accept?
- What benefits were allowed before the new revisions?
- What affect with the new revisions have on the likelihood of more settlements?
Sometimes an injured worker dies. There are many questions that need to be reviewed in this tragic situation. Here are just a few:
- Was the death related to the accident or due to unrelated causes?
- Is the death from a compensable injury or diseases?
- Who is entitled to benefits and in what amounts?
What happens when a worker is going through a divorce? Here are some items our North Carolina worker’s compensation office will review.
- Do I need a divorce attorney?
- How does a divorce impact my worker’s compensation settlement?
- Can my spouse make a claim against the settlement? (it depends)
- Should I settle before or after the divorce?
North Carolina Worker’s Compensation Lawyer Joe Miller Understands the Unusual Problems that Can Arise
Most worker’s compensation cases in North Carolina have some unique twist. It is important to use a lawyer who knows the complications that can arise. Joe Miller Esq. is that experienced lawyer. He has helped thousands of personal injury victims for over 25 years. If you have a partial incapacity, a loved one died or you are going through a divorce, please call Joe Miller today at 888-694-1671. You can also complete my online form to schedule an appointment.
