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Can You File Workers’ Compensation for RSI, Repetitive Stress Injury?  Many work-related accidents are caused by sudden falls or defective equipment. A repetitive strain injury (RSI), also known as repetitive stress or repetitive motion injury, is a gradual damage to nerves, tendons, and muscles from repeated or prolonged motion. If left untreated, this type of injury can result in chronic pain that requires constant attention. All forms of order have…

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Prescriptions?  Prescriptions & Workers’ Comp Prescriptions are an essential part of healthcare and can be costly. One way to receive financial aid is through workers’ compensation, but do they cover prescription costs? Workers’ compensation is a system of insurance benefits provided to employees injured while at work or performing job-related duties. It covers medical bills, lost wages, long-term disability, and more. But does it include prescriptions? …

Things You Need To Know About VA Claims Regulations.  VA Claims Regulations Overview The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently rolled out new claims regulations that veterans need to be aware of when filing a claim for VA benefits. Understanding the rules and processes can help ensure a successful outcome when filing a VA claim. This article provides an overview of the new VA claims regulations and what you need…

After an accident, you should seek medical attention and consult with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. However, there are many attorneys, and some may be better suited to your case than others. What is the best way to determine which lawyer is the best fit for your case? What can you expect from your case? Are you even entitled to compensation? Make sure you ask the…

Not every personal injury law firm employs a registered nurse, but at King Law Firm, our Registered Nurse and Attorney, Caroline Cusick Crawford, is an integral part of our team and a valuable resource for our clients.  What Is the Role of the Law Firm Nurse? Although our nurse does not treat clients, she is often integral to their physical and legal recovery. Meet our Registered Nurse and Attorney, Caroline…

North Carolina Social Security Disability Lawyers 1: Turning 18 Years Of Age: A month before a minor child turns 18, his/her Social Security benefits will cease. The exceptions to this rule include children who are disabled and those who are unmarried elementary or secondary school students. If the benefits are stopped, they can be restarted if the child becomes disabled before reaching the age of 22 or if they become…

North Carolina Social Security Disability Lawyers Most of the time Social Security cases, the claimant will receive “back pay.” Backpay is a term that refers to the disability benefits that is owed to the claimant from when the application was first filed. The reason why the claims process involves backpay is simply because of the lengthy process of approving your claim. The three factors that determine how far back from…

North Carolina Social Security Disability Lawyers The simple definition of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): A government program that issues benefits to those people who have become disabled before they reach retirement age and are unable to work. Eligibility: Work Credits: To be eligible and receive Social Security Disability benefits, you must have earned a set number of work credits. An individual may earn up to four work credits per…