Recognition of Talent Contributions to Helping Nonpartisan Group Protect Individual Rights through Community, Education and Advocacy SANFORD & APEX, N.C. — Wilson, Reives & Doran, a full-service law firm specializing in personal injury, workers’ compensation and criminal defense, is pleased…
Accidents at work often happen. Laws ensure that workers receive adequate treatment and compensation if they are injured on the job. But what happens when your physical injuries lead to anxiety and depression? One moment you have a great job and a…
North Carolina has legislation in place to ensure that all employees are covered by workers’ compensation – as do most states in the U.S. Officials use certain processes to ensure coverage, and any companies’ that are not compliant with the laws risk significant penalties. Despite all…
The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and you’re miserable. If you have seasonal allergies, you may dread the change in seasons. No matter when your allergies flare up, managing the symptoms can be challenging. Although you’ll find plenty…
April marks Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Throughout the year many people work with law enforcement agencies and District Attorney’s Offices across the United States to file sexual assault charges or domestic violence charges so their safety is…
Tens of thousands of arsons are reported each year, including more than 1,000 in North Carolina. Arson and other burning offenses include fires set to structures, vehicles and other property. What is Arson? Arson means deliberately setting fire to another…
Retail theft, also known as shoplifting, falls into the broader category of property crimes, which is defined as a crime that involves the stealing or destruction of another person’s property. The consequences of retail theft include being found guilty of…
When you suffer an injury, your first priority likely is seeking medical attention. Your next step should be to contact an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss what happened and explore the possibility of making any personal injury claims. Even…
By Attorney Jesse S. Shapiro Vocational Rehabilitation is a multi-faceted process by which an injured worker with a compensable workers compensation claim receives assistance from a qualified or conditional rehabilitation professional in an attempt to return to the workforce after…
By Attorney Jesse S. Shapiro Tip 1: Immediately Report the Injury to Your Supervisor North Carolina law and the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act require employees to report workplace injuries to their employer immediately or as soon as is practicable.…