This broad category covers everything from small spills in the workplace to the plant explosion in Kinston, N.C., which killed six employees.
There are many issues that may cause disputes between an employee and the employer or its insurance company that require the employee to file for a hearing with the Industrial Commission. In particular, when an employee’s claim is denied, the employee must file for a hearing within two years of the injury date or the…
If an employee needs to contact the North Carolina Industrial Commission in Raleigh, the phone numbers are 1-800-688-8349 or 1-919-807-2501. The Industrial Commission’s Internet site can also be a helpful resource.
Any employer who employs three or more employees.
Report the injury to the employer, in writing, immediately and no later than 30 days. Print out a Form 18, fill it out, sign it, and make two copies. Mail the original Form 18 to: N.C. Industrial Commission Statistics Section 4334 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-4334 Mail the first copy of Form 18 to your…
An employee is eligible to receive a “temporary total disability” check each week when completely unable to earn wages as the result of the work-related injury. The employee is eligible to receive total disability benefits until he or she is able to return to work. An employee is not due compensation for the first seven…
No compensation is due for the first seven days of lost time unless the disability exceeds 21 days. Therefore, the first check will not include payment for days 1-7. Payment for those days will be made should the disability continue beyond 21 days.
You will receive benefits until you are able to return to work.
Total or partial loss of use of a member of the body directly caused by a work-related injury may result in permanent partial disability. The Industrial Commission ultimately determines permanent partial disability based on the impairment ratings of physicians. When there is a permanent impairment to one or more of the parts of the body…
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