Monthly Archives: June 2014
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Full Commission Round Up – June 2014
Posted on June 25, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationIn an effort to help our clients, and potential clients, stay current and knowledgeable about what’s going on in workers’ compensation law, from time to time we will provide easy to understand summaries of recent workers’ compensation related opinions from the NC Industrial Commission, NC Court of Appeals, and NC Supreme Court. Below we have […]
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Navigating the Unemployment Benefits Appeals Process
Posted on June 20, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Unemployment BenefitsHaving an unemployment benefits claim denied can be a very frustrating experience, especially when your previous employer contests your right to benefits. Fortunately, if your claim is initially denied, you have the right to appeal that decision. North Carolina maintains a five step appeals process. See the chart below for a diagram of the appeals […]
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Reminder – Ask-A-Lawyer Day
Posted on June 19, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationDON’T FORGET! Bowman Law PLLC is sponsoring an Ask-A-Lawyer day in Winston-Salem, NC. Join us for absolutely free answers to your questions about employment law, injury law, workers’ compensation, unemployment benefits, and social security disability. Time and Location June 21, 2014 9:00am – 2:00pmCentral Library Room 201 (Forsyth County)660 West Fifth StreetWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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Am I Covered? (part 4 of 4): Arising Out of and In the Course of Employment
Posted on June 17, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationWhen initially analyzing your workers’ compensation claim, the first step your attorney will take is to determine whether you are covered by the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act. This is the final post in a four-post series discussing who is covered by the Act. The first post described what constitutes an injury by accident or […]
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North Carolina Retaliatory Employment Discrimination
Posted on June 15, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationAs a workers’ compensation attorney, one the questions I am often asked is whether an employer can fire, demote, punish, or otherwise retaliate against an employee for filing a worker’s compensation claim. The brief answer is: No! Unfortunately, some employers may react to claims in this manne. Individuals who are not represented by experienced counsel […]
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Am I Covered? (part 3 of 4): Jurisdiction Over North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Claims
Posted on June 12, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationWhen initially analyzing your workers’ compensation claim, the first step your attorney will take is to determine whether you are covered by the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act. This is the third post in a four-post series discussing who is covered by the Act. The first post described what constitutes an injury by accident or […]
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Ask-A-Lawyer Day
Posted on June 10, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationBowman Law PLLC is sponsoring an Ask-A-Lawyer day in Winston-Salem, NC. Join us for absolutely free answers to your questions about employment law, injury law, workers’ compensation, unemployment benefits, and social security disability. Time and Location June 21, 2014 9:00am – 2:00pmCentral Library Room 201 (Forsyth County)660 West Fifth StreetWinston-Salem, NC 27101
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New Information Cards for Workers’ Compensation
Posted on June 8, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationWe are really excited about our new information cards. We love helping people! That’s why our site is loaded with tons of FREE information and resources, including easy, fillable NC Industrial Commission forms. So without further ado. . . If you are a North Carolina resident or worker and in need of legal assistance, please […]
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Am I Covered? (part 2 of 4): Who is considered an employee?
Posted on June 7, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationWhen initially analyzing your workers’ compensation claim, the first step your attorney will take is to determine whether you are covered by the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act. This is the second post in a four-post series discussing who is covered by the Act. The first post described what constitutes an injury by accident or […]
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Bowman Law Introduces Online Scheduling
Posted on June 5, 2014 by Joseph Bowman in Administrative, NC Unemployment Benefits, NC Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, Social SecurityBowman Law has just launched online scheduling. This new feature will allow clients and potential clients the opportunity to make appointments online, with a real-time view of the available meeting times. This new service also includes appointment confirmations, reminders, and the ability to reschedule or cancel appointments if plans change. So what does the process […]
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