Are construction accidents covered by workers’ compensation in North Carolina?
The majority of construction accidents are eligible for workers’ compensation claims, which provide benefits for medical expenses and some lost wages. However, workers’ compensation benefits are limited and do not account for non-economic damages like pain and suffering. Injured workers might also have the right to file a third-party claim if someone other than their employer contributed to the accident.
July 29, 2024 – Eric Richardson
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