If you suffered an injury from an accident that arose in the course and scope of your employment, you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim. However, it’s essential that you understand North Carolina’s workers’ compensation requirements, including what kinds of workers and injuries it covers and the deadlines you need…
A severe car accident can lead to thousands of dollars in medical bills, which typically makes medical expenses a significant component of a car accident settlement. Unfortunately, not all car accident settlements include enough compensation to cover hefty medical bills. What can you do if your medical bills exceed the amount of a proposed car…
Car accidents can be overwhelming, especially when you’re left to deal with injuries, medical bills, lost income, pain, suffering, and insurance claims. One often overlooked but crucial element is the importance of witness statements in car accident claims. Independent witnesses can provide an unbiased view of what happened, capturing details that those involved may miss…
Being involved in a car accident can be a life-altering experience. Beyond the immediate physical injuries, victims often endure agonizing emotional and psychological distress. While the costs of pain and suffering do not appear on an itemized hospital bill, they are real impacts accident victims suffer that warrant compensation. If you’ve been injured in a…
On October 3, 2023, Senate Bill 452 passed and became law. It changed many things in various kinds of insurance, but the most important to our clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents are the changes regarding the minimum auto insurance liability limits. These changes go into effect January 1, 2025. Since 1999…
Commercial truck accidents happen daily on Interstates 40 and 95 in the Triangle and other highways across North Carolina. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, more than 6,000 crashes involving tractor-trailers and other commercial trucks are reported to police in the Tar Heel State every year. Being unfortunate enough to be involved in…
After being injured in a car accident, you may find yourself facing unexpected medical bills and out-of-network costs for emergency care and hospital stays. Your first thought may be that the driver who caused the auto accident should pay your medical bills. This is a reasonable assumption. Under North Carolina law, the driver determined to…
North Carolina law and federal law require employers to take reasonable steps to provide safe working conditions and prevent employees from getting hurt in the workplace. The Occupational Safety and Health Division of the North Carolina Department of Labor enforces the safety and health standards that employers must meet. Employers must: Provide employees with workplaces…
Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A., is pleased to award a total of $3,000 in scholarship prizes to two deserving North Carolina students selected as winners of the law firm’s 2024 essay contest. The winners are: 1st Place, $2,000—Nyree Andrews 2nd Place, $1,000—Angela Clarke The attorneys at Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A., recognize the…
“Can I sue my employer for unsafe working conditions in North Carolina?” You may ask this question if you’ve been injured or developed a medical condition resulting from an unsafe work environment. Suing your employer in common law (meaning filing suit in district or superior court to get compensation for pain and suffering and full…
