It is here, available to you for free download!!!! The North Carolina Workers Compensation Handbook on Settlements: Should you, How to, and How Much? by Joseph A. Miller, Esq. Includes many of the most important changes in the law that came out of the Compromise Bill that became law on June 24, 2011.

With the Republicans in control of both Houses in the North Carolina Legislature, there was no question that some kind of "reform" was going to take place in the area of Workers Compensation. They have won tremendous 'victories' by destroying the rights of patients in emergency rooms who are hurt by negligent doctors, and eliminating other rights long enjoyed by North Carolinians.

Fortunately, due to the hard work of many of you, as well as the North Carolina Academy for Justice, and many of our legislators working tirelessly to hammer out a compromise, the final verion of the law is nowhere near as bad as that which was originally proposed.    

MY NEW BOOK IS HERE!!!  I have just completed a new book which incorporates many of these new changes to the law. The book is  entitled The North Carolina Workers Compensation Settlement Handbook: Should you, How to, and How Much?   It is available for free download on this website right now! 

Also, be on the lookout for an upcoming series of videos expressing many of the ideas and concerns set forth in the book about how the new law will likely affect anyone potentially considering a settlement of his or her workers compensation claim in North Carolina.  

The most important thing about the book is that anyone who is injured at work in North Carolina who reads this book, after finishing it,  will have a pretty good idea of the value of a potential settlement of their claim, and also what may be required to improve the value of that settlement. In addition, many ideas are presented in the book to assist you in how to decide whether you should consider settling your claim with the insurance company-- or not.    

ONE IMPORTANT REMINDER--YOU SHOULD NEVER, EVER MAKE ANY DECISION REGARDING YOUR CASE BASED SOLELY ON THIS BOOK, OR SOLELY FROM READING INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THIS WEBSITE, OR ANY OTHER WEBSITE, ANYWHERE, EVER. RATHER, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT WITH ME OR ANOTHER EXPERIENCED NORTH CAROLINA WORKERS COMP ATTORNEY BEFORE MAKING ANY DECISION ON YOUR CASE.

The new laws, which took effect on June 24, 2011, significantly affect many of the rights which workers in North Carolina have enjoyed for a long time, but it could have been much worse.

Most significantly, instead of arbitrarily cutting off TTD at 500 weeks from the date of the accident, as proposed originally, under the compromise bill, there is another means for a disabled worker to continue to recieve compensation beyond the 500 weeks.

When the employee has reached 425 weeks of TTD from the date of first disability, they can seek "extended compensation" beyond the 500 weeks by showing that they still have a total loss of wage earning capacity, through the medical evidence provided by their doctors.

In the previous version of the Bill, there was no allowance for any extension beyond the 500 weeks, no matter what the employee's physician said.

In addition, however, the compromise Bill reduces any compensation beyond the 500 weeks by the amount of Social Security Retirement Benefits received by the employee.

To be sure, the new Act is still plenty bad: The once valuable tool of the Independent Medical Examination has been severly restricted; employers can now force workers recovering from injuries to accept 'make work' at greatly reduced pay.

WATCH THIS VIDEO where i discuss some initial ideas about the potential impact of this bill on workers comp settlements in North Carolina.

The final version of the changes to the law can be seen by clicking HERE

We do want to extend a special thank you to all of you who heeded the call to contact your Representatives in our letter-writing campaign and on this website, to advise them of your opposition to the Bill as it was originally drafted. We are certain that your collective voices had a profound effect on those seeking to curtail the rights of North Carolina workers. Without those calls, the supporters of the Bill would have felt empowered to move ahead with the absolute destruction of NC Workers Rights---without any compromise at all.

YOU MAY CALL, WRITE, AND EMAIL YOUR STATE LEGISLATORS BY CLICKING HERE  

Please also visit the North Carolina Advocates for Justice for Additional Information and Updates on this Crucial Issue!

YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT GOVERNOR BEV PURDUE'S OFFICE 

Please be sure to thank the Honorable Governor, as she was apparently instrumental in making sure your rights were not completely torn apart by the hungry wolves of big insurance. It would certainly be helpful to contribute to her campaign for re-election. A Republican Governor would likely bring us back to 'square one' as to the erosion of your rights under the workers comp act, and put us back into another fight--with no threat of a veto. PLEASE SUPPORT HER CAMPAIGN FOR RE-ELECTION!!!

THANK YOU AGAIN AND PLEASE CONTINUE TO VISIT THIS SITE FOR MORE UPDATES!!!

Note: although some provisions will go into effect immediately, most provisions will only affect cases filed on or after June 24, 2011.

SINCERELY, JOE MILLER, ESQ.  

Accidental Injury Advocates     

Injuries occur on-the-job everyday in North Carolina.  Unfortunately, some injuries are more severe than others and may require surgeries and extensive medical treatment.  If you or a loved one was injured in a North Carolina workplace accident and was left with serious injuries, such as paralysis, brain injury, burn injury, loss of limbs, back injury, and partial or total disabilities, contact a knowledgeable North Carolina work injury lawyer.

Contact Joe Miller, Esq., a North Carolina injury attorney, at 877-694-7994 (Toll Free) for a free consultation.

Even if you believe that your particular employer was not covered by North Carolina workers' compensation insurance, you might be entitled to substantial settlement. In addition, even if you have been fired after being hurt on the job, you may still have a substantial case. Before assuming you do not have a case, or before signing anything with the insurance company, call Joe Miller, Esq. at the Accidental Injury Advocates Law Firm and get your legal questions answered today. Attorney Joe Miller, Esq. is passionate about seeking justice for injured workers in Northeast North Carolina.

Experience Gets Results
For over 20 years, Joe Miller, Esq. has litigated hundreds of work injury cases throughout the Southeast and has represented seriously injured workers in Northeast North Carolina.  Because he knows what matters most to insurance companies, he can better prepare your case, avoid fatal mistakes, and obtain the maximum compensation for you. 

These are just a sampling of the Northeast North Carolina workplace injury occupations we have represented:

• Construction workers
• Office workers
• Factory workers
• Nursing home, Certified Nursing Assistants
• Maintenance workers
• Cable workers
• Tree cutters
• Prison guards
• Truckers
• Delivery workers
• Roofers
• Contractors

If you have injured your back, hand, head, or neck severely, contact an experienced Elizabeth City workers' compensation attorney.  You may be eligible to receive monetary compensation for your hospital bills, medical bills, medication, physical therapy, rehabilitation, counseling, replacement services,  lost wages, job-retraining, and even college courses. Even if you have recovered from your severe injuries and returned to work, or you plan on returning to work, you may still be entitled to significant additional money to compensate you for your permanent injury.

Your Case Will be Handled by an Experienced Attorney.
When you chose the Accidental Injury Advocates to represent your case, you can be assured that you will have direct contact with Joe Miller, Esq.  Only an experienced North Carolina injury attorney will represent you and Joe Miller, Esq. and his knowledgeable staff at Accidental Injury Advocates is there to keep you up-to-date on any information or settlement offers.  You need an attorney who will care about your injury and seek the highest compensation possible for your case.  At Accidental Injury Advocates, this is our personal promise we make to our clients.


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Accidental Injury Advocates, Ltd.  is a small law firm with a high level of successful settlements and results for our clients. Because we are a small firm, we can guarantee that you will receive personal attention.  Contact Joe Miller, Esq., an experienced and knowledgeable North Carolina workers' compensation attorney, at 877-622-8656 (Toll Free) for a free consultation today.

Communities We Represent
We represent seriously injured workers throughout North Carolina, but primarily in Northeast North Carolina in the cities of Elizabeth City, Manteo, Hertford, Edenton, Greenville, Moyock, South Mills, Currituck, Maple, Camden, Windsor, Williamston, Roanoke Rapids, Scotland Neck, Rocky Mount, as well as the Outer Banks in the cities of Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Duck.  We cover cases in the counties of Dare County, Pasquotank County, Pitt County, Perquimans County, Chowan County, Hertford County, Halifax County, Washington County, Gates County, Camden County, and Tyrell County.

Workers' Comp

Employers are required to provide a safe and risk free work environment for their employees; nevertheless, injuries and fatalities occasionally occur at the workplace. If you have been seriously injured on-the-job in North Carolina, you should seek medical attention and submit a workers' compensation claim.  If you were denied or feel your settlement wasn't just, contact an experienced North Carolina workers' compensation attorney for legal advice.

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We represent seriously injured workers throughout North Carolina, but primarily in Northeast North Carolina in the cities of Elizabeth City, Manteo, Hertford, Edenton, Greenville, Moyock, South Mills, Currituck, Maple, Camden, Windsor, Williamston, Roanoke Rapids, Scotland Neck, Rocky Mount, as well as the Outer Banks in the cities of Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Duck.  We cover cases in the counties of Dare County, Pasquotank County, Pitt County, Perquimans County, Chowan County, Hertford County, Halifax County, Washington County, Gates County, Camden County, and Tyrell County.