North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers

It is not uncommon for the victim of a dog bite to have facial scarring or disfigurement after an attack by a dog. Though we love our four-legged friends, unfortunately, there are times when a moment in the dog park or in your own backyard can turn into your worst nightmare. But we are here to help you get through that difficult time and help you put the pieces of your life back together. Times have changed and laws have provided us with the tools we need to reconstruct our lives after a dog attack or other personal injury caused by an animal.

Physical scarring after a dog attack can cause psychological as well as emotional damage to victims which can last a lifetime. That is why we want to help you be compensated for the tragic incident you’re dealing with today. Facial scarring can affect your quality of life in many ways such as difficulty obtaining work, self-esteem issues, and even cause problems with interacting with family and friends or going out in public.

It may take some time to fully recover from the devastating effects, but a positive outcome can arise from this situation. Now, it’s up to you to make the first move to take control of this matter. Let’s get you informed. The state of North Carolina allows up to 3 years for you to file a claim. Filing a lawsuit can help you regain control of your life by getting the financial help you deserve and need. As you may already know, the procedures to remedy facial scarring can be quite costly. It’s also important for you to know that in some cases reconstructive surgeries and skin grafting can make the scarring barely noticeable. It’s extremely important you find out if you have a case that can lead to funding your surgical and cosmetic procedures. Many victims of dog bites aren’t aware of the laws that protect and serve them. Don’t be a victim of “not knowing your rights.”

As a victim of a personal injury of this nature, you may be entitled to the following benefits:

• Payment or reimbursement of medical bills and reconstructive surgery
• Paid time off of work due to the dog bite injury
• Compensation for pain and suffering
• Compensation for the traumatic experience

To some, the term “lawsuit” seems intimidating and can scare off victims with thoughts of a long, tedious process. In certain instances, cases can take time, but we handle all the legwork for you and try to bring you to a resolution as fast as possible.  We make the calls, we look for the information, and build your case to win. Our competent attorneys do the work for you which takes the tediousness of the process out of the equation for you.

We, at King Law Firm, commit ourselves to ensuring you have the best representation to make sure you obtain what you deserve. Leave the knowledge of the laws and the paperwork to us. All you have to do is tell us what happened, to the best of your ability, and give us the authorization to do what we do best; fight for you. If your life has been negatively impacted by someone else’s negligence, you should be entitled to financial compensation. Something as simple as removing or fixing a scar can help you move forward in obtaining the best life possible. We have enough challenges to face in our lives, let us help you mend the scarring of this incident. Sometimes knowing you did all you could to help yourself is all you need to move on and regain your power. King Law firm attorneys will be with you every step of the way. Call us now and let’s get started on the rest of your life! 

Contact King Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation at (855) 206-0052

Can I lose my workers Compensation If I delay filing?

Yes, unfortunately, you stand to lose your workers’ compensation benefits if you take too long to report your  claim after slipping at the office. It’s not necessarily your fault either because you may have just had a sore back after the slip.  

It’s when the fall leads to back pain that worsens with time, and your doctor thinks that the slip may have seriously hurt your back, that you wonder if you can still claim your workers’ comp benefits. 

Each state has its filing deadline, so it may be too late to file. North Carolina law, like most states, states that you have to register within 30 days of the injury date to receive any benefits.

Failure to do so may lead to your losing your right to collect benefits. 

However, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t turn to an experienced North Carolina workers compensation lawyer for help.

You may not be aware of all of this, but it’s your workers’ compensation lawyers job to know. 

 How you may still be eligible to make a claim

You should consult with an attorney if your employer tells you that you are too late to file a claim. They will be able to tell you if it’s real and if you have any other option to make your claim.

Your lawyer can help because they know about the various circumstances where most states will excuse late reporting.  

So if you have missed North Carolina’s reporting deadline, you may still be eligible for the benefits if:

• Your employer knew or would have known about the injury because they had witnessed or were informed about it 

• There is a good reason for not telling anyone, including your employer. It may be because you were in quarantine for a contagious disease, had fallen in a coma, or were immobilized and couldn’t convey the information. 

• Your employer didn’t suffer from any losses or harm because of your negligence in reporting the injury on time  

• Your employer failed to put up work comp rules notices, something they legally have to do.  

You will not be aware of all of this, but it’s your workers’ compensation lawyer to know.  

Occupational illnesses are exceptional 

You have more time to notify your employer if you have an occupational illness like arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or lower back pain. In the case of occupational illnesses, the date of injury is the date when you learn that your work activities had lead to its development.  

So in your case, you may be eligible for your work comp benefits even if your deadline has passed from the slip date, your back pain had worsened with time, and your doctor only later diagnosed it as a work-related injury.   

However, don’t waste time once your doctor informs you about your condition.  

You have to immediately report your injury to your employer and discuss your case with your workers’ compensation lawyer. Your attorney will work at ensuring you receive the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve. 

Contact King Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation at (800) 635-1683

Do I qualify for Workers Compensation If I’m injured at a company function?

You probably know that you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits if you hurt your back while loading boxes at work.  However, you wonder if you are eligible for claims if you slip and fall at an employer’s party in Wilmington, NC.

This is a grey area, where the answer depends on your eligibility to file a claim in the first place.

Who is eligible for workers’ compensation in Wilmington, NC?

Four main basic requirements ascertain your eligibility:

1.    You must be a company employee

Only employees can claim workers’ compensation while independent workers like freelancers and consultants cannot.

2.    Your employer has workers comp insurance

It’s evident that you cannot make any claims if your employer does not offer workers comp insurance coverage in the first place.

3.    You report the injury and file your claim in time.

This is perhaps the most important criterion for eligibility. You may end up losing any chance of claiming your workers’ compensation benefits if you are late in the first place.

4.    You must have suffered a work-related injury or illness.

Generally speaking, the injury is work-related if you get injured while working for your employer’s benefits. However, things get confusing and challenging to figure out if you get hurt at a company function and not at work.

It is best to let a workers’ compensation attorney handle cases like this rather than try to do so on your own.

Why you need a workers’ compensation lawyer in Wilmington NC

There is a high chance of employers and their workers’ comp insurance company denying your benefits. They argue that you are not eligible for the benefits because it wasn’t a work-related injury. They may also prove their case saying that the injury occurred after work hours or was a consequence of your own fault.

Whatever they may say, don’t give up and take ‘no’ for an answer. It’s the employers and workers comp insurance companies job to deny as many claims as possible.

However, it is your right to consult with a competent workers’ compensation attorney in Wilmington, North Carolina.  You have nothing to lose but a lot to gain—your benefits.

How a workers’ compensation lawyer can help you

Your lawyer will first determine the function reason and venue. You may be eligible if your employee had instructed you, or made it a requirement for all company employees, to attend.

Attending the function is considered a part of your job if you were compelled or instructed by your employer to attend it. If this is the case, then you have all the right to claim your benefits.

The best way to find out if you qualify for workers comp benefits if you get injured at an employee party is by talking to an experienced Wilmington, NC workers’ compensation lawyer.

Never assume things, or accept no as an answer.

Contact King Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation at (800) 635-1683