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Is the Definition of Workers Compensation Changing?


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The changing state of workers compensation benefits and regulations is of significant concern to many. The complexity of this long standing program is increasing, making it even more important for injured workers seeking compensation to hire qualified attorneys.



Experienced attorneys are in demand as benefits and requirements for workers compensation change in North Carolina and around the US. With budgets and expenditures a concern, many states are reconsidering their existing workers compensation plans. Because of this, though not a requirement by law, an expert is often required to help injured workers with their cases.

The definition and availability of workers’ compensation benefits are changing faster than ever. Significant restrictions are already in place on the places and types of treatment that workers injured on the job may seek, and those restrictions are increasing for many. Due to increased focus on reducing spending, workers compensation boards are even cutting benefits. Because of this, injured workers must take even more care in filing their claims and making certain all requirements are met.

From 1929, the date that workers compensation was first enacted in North Carolina, all businesses with more than three employees have been required to have insurance for workers compensation. Employees must prove all elements of their claims and make certain that all paperwork is filed on time. Notice of an accident must be filed in writing within thirty days of the accident, for instance.

According to Raleigh injury attorney David Vtipil of www.AttorneysNC.com , a leading personal injury site for North Carolina, “workplace accidents can be complicated and workers are often misled in thinking that ‘any’ workplace accident will be compensated for. With the current system, prompt action and establishing clear liability is critical.” Knowing when the employer’s obligations end is also very important. If employees voluntarily resign from employment, are terminated for reasons unrelated to injury, or have enough service credit to receive disability retirement allowances, the employer is no longer required to pay.

Getting an injured employee’s rightful worker’s compensation benefits back can be very difficult in this type of case, with possible prescription drug litigation and other suits required.



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