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Why medical evidence matters in workers’ compensation appeals

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Medical evidence plays a significant role in workers’ compensation appeals. As a result, it can significantly affect the outcome, making it vital for employees to understand its importance. According to the North Carolina Industrial Commission, medical evidence serves as a basis for proving the extent…

Are work-related back injuries preventable?

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Back injuries can be a common occurrence in the workplace. These injuries can be debilitating and painful and could cause you miss workdays and lose income, impacting your overall quality of life. Fortunately, back injuries can be preventable. Why back injuries happen at work There…

Common workplace injuries in the textile industry

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

North Carolina has a long history in textile manufacturing, which continues strong today. The state is home to nearly 25% of all textile manufacturing employees in America and is responsible for almost 20% of U.S. textile exports. However, for a sector about making comfy and…

The link between concussions and construction workers

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Construction workers in North Carolina are at a high risk of concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injuries, due to various dangers in their work environments. For instance, their workplaces may expose them to falls from elevated surfaces, with falls from scaffolds, ladders and…

Eye injury cases are highest among construction workers

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Alarmingly, about 20% of eye-related workplace injuries happen in construction. From flying debris to harmful chemicals, there is a lot that can pose a real threat to your eye health and, by extension, your ability to earn a living. Common causes of eye injuries in…

Repetitive strain injuries from work

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

When you consider your risk for injury in the workplace, you may not think that you are at an elevated risk for suffering physical harm. Perhaps this is because you work in a low-impact job, or your job requirements don’t involve doing demanding physical labor.…

Link between substance use and worksite injuries

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Worksite accidents in North Carolina such as slips, falls and trips can cause traumatic brain injuries, broken bones and lost limbs. These types of accidents may happen due to mistakes that employers or employees make on the job. However, workers’ use of substances outside the…

Construction site fall causes injury to worker

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Generative AI, or artificial intelligence, is still in its early days. However, it has already driven value, boosted efficiency, reduced risk and enhanced safety across the construction industry in areas such as operations, delivery, engineering and planning. Here is a rundown on how AI could help…