Raleigh Work Accident Attorney

Injured in a Workplace Accident in Raleigh, Kinston, Greenville, New Bern or Jacksonville?

No matter the field you work in, it is possible that you may be involved in a workplace accident at one time or another. If you are injured in an accident in the course of your employment, you may be able to seek workers' compensation benefits. These benefits may cover your medical bills and lost earnings from missed work, depending on the extent of injury and impact these injuries will have on you now and in the future.

To talk about the work accident you or a loved one was involved in, and to find out more about your options in seeking workers' compensation benefits, call a Raleigh work accident attorney at The Whitley Law Firm today. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case, and you can reach us at our toll-free number: 1-800-598-0456.

After a Work Accident in Raleigh

There are certain steps you can take after a work accident in Raleigh or anywhere in North Carolina. The first two things you should do are inform your employer of what occurred and seek medical attention. These steps should be taken as soon as possible, as your employer will need to know that you were injured in a work accident and may recommend the health care provider for you to see. When you seek medical attention, it is important to tell the doctor that your injuries were sustained in a work accident, as this will help ensure your treatment is billed under workers' compensation. From this point, it is important to follow your doctor's instructions in regard to your treatment so you can begin the healing process.

Within 30 days of your workplace accident, you will need to inform your employer in writing of what occurred. This statement should include the date of the accident and the injury you sustained - a brief description of what occurred. Be sure to keep a copy for your records.

If your employer does not report the injury, you should file a claim with the Industrial Commission within 2 years of your accident. This is typically accomplished by filing Form 18 with the Industrial Commission and a copy to your employer. Form 18

Involving a Raleigh Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Making the decision to involve a lawyer in the workers' compensation process may benefit the outcome of your claim. Because a work accident may leave you seriously injured and facing financial problems and a changed future, you may wish to get more information about your legal rights and what can be done to ensure you have the best opportunity of receiving full benefits. A lawyer can help you with all of this and can represent your rights through the process of seeking workers' comp benefits.

Contact a Raleigh workers' compensation lawyer from our firm for help with your case. We represent clients throughout North Carolina from our offices in New Bern, Raleigh, Kinston, Jacksonville and Greenville.