Tag Archives: Workers’ Compensation
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North Carolina Workers’ Compensation and Third-Party Liability Claims: What Injured Workers Need to Know
Posted on April 12, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationIf you were injured on the job in North Carolina and someone other than your employer caused or contributed to the accident, you may be entitled to both workers’ compensation benefits and a separate third-party liability claim. Many injured workers and their families are unaware that these two legal avenues can work together—yet the intersection […]
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Understanding Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Construction Accidents in North Carolina
Posted on April 12, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationNorth Carolina workers’ compensation provides several categories of benefits tailored to the needs of injured workers. These are especially valuable in construction, where injuries often require extended recovery and may prevent return to physically demanding work.
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North Carolina Workers’ Compensation for Back Injuries: Diagnoses, Treatments, and Your Rights
Posted on April 11, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationIf you have suffered a work related back injury in North Carolina contact Bowman Law PLLC today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Call us at (336) 470-0177.
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North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Law in 2026: Answers to Your Most Common Questions
Posted on April 11, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationContact Bowman Law PLLC today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We proudly serve clients from our offices in Winston-Salem and Raleigh, and we’re available 24/7. Call (336) 470-0177 or visit carolinacompensation.com to schedule online.
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How Is an Injured Worker’s Average Weekly Wage Calculated in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation? The 5 Methods Under NC Law
Posted on April 11, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationIf you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, your Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is one of the most important numbers in your workers’ comp claim. It directly determines your weekly compensation rate—typically 66⅔% (two-thirds) of your AWW, subject to the annual maximum and minimum set by the North Carolina Industrial Commission. North Carolina […]
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North Carolina Industrial Commission Releases FY 2025 Annual Report: Key Insights into Workers’ Compensation Activity
Posted on April 1, 2026 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationThe North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC) has published its Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2025 (covering July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025). The 29-page report provides a detailed overview of the Commission’s work administering the state’s Workers’ Compensation Act, along with the State Tort Claims Act and other programs. The NCIC plays a critical […]
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Attorney Joe Bowman is a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law
Posted on December 16, 2025 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationAttorney Joe Bowman is North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law
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Attorney Allison L. Bowman Named 2022 Elite Lawyer for Workers’ Compensation Law
Posted on August 12, 2022 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationBowman Law PLLC is proud to announce that Attorney Allison L. Bowman was named 2022 Elite Lawyer for Workers’ Compensation Law. Attorneys are selected for the Elite Lawyer award using a rigorous, multi-phased process that starts with peer nomination and ends with an award and a listing on the Elite Lawyer directory. The overall, end objective […]
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NC Court of Appeals Decision (Unpublished) | Rainey v. Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.
Posted on June 7, 2022 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationKey Topics: Click on the below links to jump to the Court’s analysis. Competent Evidence Standard Weight and Credibility of Testimony On Appeal Liberal Construction To Avoid Denying Benefits What Constitutes the “Hand” For Rating Purposes Summary: Mr. Rainey, a 41-year employee of Goodyear Tire, suffered injuries to his right hand while working. Defendants denied […]
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NC Industrial Commission – COVID-19 NC Workers’ Compensation Claims
Posted on November 3, 2021 by Joseph Bowman in NC Workers' CompensationThe NC Industrial Commission notes the following on its website, with regard to Covid-19-related claims: The Industrial Commission has received inquiries regarding the potential coverage of COVID-19 infections under the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act (“NCWCA”). All workers’ compensation claims are decided by applying the facts of the particular case to North Carolina law. The […]
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