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How much is workers’ compensation going to pay me while I’m out of work?
Posted on 06. Apr, 2010 by Crumley Roberts.
One of the most important aspects of any North Carolina workers’ compensation claim is the timely payment of out of work compensation by the workers’ compensation insurance company.
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Woman injured in Hickory auto accident
Posted on 04. Feb, 2010 by Crumley Roberts.
February 4, 2010
A local woman suffered several injuries during a recent Hickory car accident, according to WSOC TV.
Another woman was driving down the road when she lost control of her vehicle, went off the side of the road, and hit a nearby mailbox. The car continued to move through a house and pin the victim [...]
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Government clears Toyota gas pedal recall
Posted on 02. Feb, 2010 by Crumley Roberts.
The AAA Carolinas headquarters in Charlotte is getting phone calls from drivers concerned about the Toyota recall. A AAA spokesman said people should not panic, and drivers should keep in mind that the car dealer is addressing the safety of all potential vehicles, but still only a fraction are at risk.” The odds are probably [...]
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Can’t I go to a doctor I choose for medical treatment?
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Crumley Roberts.
In general, the workers’ compensation insurance company directs treatment in an accepted case. However, there are laws under the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act that allow an injured worker to request permission to see a doctor they pick. We are here to explain those laws to you and assist you with getting the proper medical [...]
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Winter Driving Safety Tips
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Crumley Roberts.
In the winter months we see a sizeable increase in the number of weather-related traffic accidents. Many drivers are in a hurry, and when the road conditions deteriorate, we need to take extra care to be safe. Here are a few tips to help prevent accidents in bad weather:
If you don’t need to travel in [...]
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Can Workers’ Compensation stop my weekly check if I hire an attorney?
Posted on 21. Dec, 2009 by Crumley Roberts.
Many potential clients ask me: “Can workers’ compensation stop my weekly check if I hire you?”
The answer is “No.” There are specific laws under The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act that require an insurance company to get Industrial Commission approval to stop an injured workers’ weekly checks. We are here to assist you in keeping [...]
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Can my employer fire me if I hire an Attorney?
Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by Crumley Roberts.
One question that I hear most often from potential clients is: “Can my employer fire me if I hire you?”. The answer is “No.” North Carolina has specific laws that protect an injured worker from being fired in retaliation for them hiring an attorney to help them with their workers’ compensation claim. Injured workers are have many rights that [...]
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North Carolina Injury Attorney, Crumley Roberts
Posted on 01. Dec, 2009 by Crumley Roberts.
If you have been injured in North Carolina, you need an experienced attorney. Crumley Roberts cares about you and is here to help you through these difficult times. With attorneys in 10 cities, we are never far away, no matter where you live. Come in and speak with us – your first consultation is free [...]
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How much insurance coverage should you buy?
Posted on 21. Nov, 2009 by Crumley Roberts.
Many people ask me, in light of these trying economic times, how much car insurance should I buy? Well, the simple answer is as much as you can afford. But it is not always quite that simple. The type of coverage can in some cases be as important as the amount.
The reasoning here is that [...]