If you’ve been receiving workers’ compensation benefits in North Carolina, your employer’s insurer may eventually offer a settlement to close your claim. One common way to resolve a workers’ comp case is through what’s known as a clincher agreement. Before you sign this agreement, you need to understand what it does, what rights you may…
If you’re thinking about quitting a job while on workers’ comp, you may be nervous about taking that step. What would doing so mean for your workers’ compensation benefits? You may be relieved to learn that, in some cases, you may still be able to collect your workers’ compensation after quitting your job – but…
Unfortunately, receiving workers’ comp benefits doesn’t protect your job. Because North Carolina is an at-will employment state, your employer may generally terminate your employment for any legal reason, or no reason at all, as long as it isn’t in retaliation for filing a claim. For instance, an employer may decide to let you go due…
If you’re getting divorced in North Carolina, you already know that the process demands a lot of you. Depending on the circumstances, you may need to sort out issues like finances, custody, and property, all while going through one of life’s toughest transitions. That process is even harder when one spouse is dishonest about what…
If you were recently in a car accident someone else caused, you’ll probably get a call from the at-fault driver’s insurance company any day now. Maybe you already have. The adjuster might tell you they have good news. They say that the company is offering you a settlement, and if you sign it, you’ll get…
Were you recently involved in a car accident in the Tar Heel State? If so, you might be wondering about North Carolina insurance coverage after an accident, particularly how it will pay for your medical care. Several different policies could cover accident-related medical expenses, generally starting with your own health insurance provider. You could also…
The family law attorney is honored for her experienced and compassionate legal services Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks is proud to announce that Partner Ashley T. Banks was recognized on the 2027 North Carolina Rising Stars list. Ms. Banks was also selected to the Rising Stars List in 2023 and 2026. This exclusive honor recognizes…
If you sustained an on-the-job injury as a seasonal or part-time worker in North Carolina, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. North Carolina law does not require workers to hold full-time positions to qualify for coverage. What matters most is whether your employer is subject to the insurance requirements under the North Carolina Workers’…
A workplace accident can turn a manageable pre-existing condition into a serious disabling problem. When that happens, many employees assume that their prior medical history will disqualify them from collecting workers’ comp benefits. North Carolina workers’ compensation law says otherwise. If a work accident aggravated your pre-existing condition, you could be entitled to benefits for…
The Raleigh, NC law firm’s four named partners are recognized for their outstanding legal services Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks is proud to announce that its four firm partners were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®️ and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®️ in America. The…
