Workplace Injury Lawyer
Workplace Injury Attorneys in NC, SC & GA
Workplace injuries can happen in any industry — from construction sites and factories to offices and retail stores. When you are hurt on the job, you may face a complex web of workers' compensation rules, employer resistance, and insurance company tactics designed to minimize your benefits. At Dr. Ted Injury Law, our workplace injury attorneys guide injured workers through the entire process, ensuring they receive proper medical treatment, fair wage replacement, and appropriate compensation for their injuries.
Beyond workers' compensation, many workplace injuries involve third-party liability that can provide additional compensation including pain and suffering, full lost wages, and other damages not available through workers' comp alone. Our attorneys evaluate every workplace injury case for both workers' compensation benefits and potential third-party claims.
Common Types of Workplace Injuries
- Overexertion injuries — Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects cause back injuries, herniated discs, and muscle tears.
- Slip, trip, and fall injuries — Wet floors, uneven surfaces, cluttered walkways, and icy conditions.
- Repetitive strain injuries — Carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and other conditions from repetitive motions.
- Struck-by and caught-in injuries — Being hit by falling objects or caught in machinery.
- Vehicle accidents — Workers who drive as part of their job may be injured in traffic accidents.
- Exposure injuries — Chemical burns, toxic fume inhalation, noise-induced hearing loss, and radiation exposure.
- Workplace violence — Assaults by co-workers, customers, or third parties.
- Electrical injuries — Electrocution and electrical burns from faulty wiring or equipment.
Industries with High Injury Rates
While workplace injuries occur everywhere, certain industries have significantly higher injury rates:
- Construction and building trades
- Manufacturing and industrial facilities
- Warehousing and logistics
- Healthcare and nursing
- Agriculture and farming
- Transportation and trucking
- Retail and food service
- Oil, gas, and mining
Workers' Compensation vs. Personal Injury Claims
Workers' compensation provides benefits without requiring you to prove fault, but limits recovery to medical expenses, wage replacement, and disability ratings. Personal injury claims against third parties require proof of negligence but allow recovery of full damages including pain and suffering, emotional distress, and punitive damages. Our attorneys evaluate whether third-party claims are available in your case.
State Laws
North Carolina
The NC Workers' Compensation Act requires employers with 3+ employees to carry coverage. Report injuries within 30 days. File claims within 2 years. Third-party claims have a 3-year statute of limitations with contributory negligence.
South Carolina
SC requires coverage for employers with 4+ employees. Provide notice within 90 days. File claims within 2 years. Third-party claims have a 3-year statute with comparative negligence.
Georgia
GA requires coverage for employers with 3+ employees. Report within 30 days. File claims within 1 year. Third-party claims have a 2-year statute with comparative negligence.
Employer Retaliation
It is illegal for employers to retaliate against workers for filing workers' compensation claims. Retaliation can include termination, demotion, reduced hours, harassment, or threats. If you experience retaliation, our attorneys can help protect your rights.
Contact Us
If you have been injured at work, contact Dr. Ted Injury Law for a free consultation. We evaluate all options for maximizing your recovery.
Related Case Results
Our client was driving home from work on Interstate 85 near Charlotte when an 18-wheeler whose driver had exceeded federal hours-of-service limits ran a red light at a highway interchange, causing a devastating multi-vehicle collision. Our client suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, and required months of intensive rehabilitation. Through exhaustive investigation, we uncovered falsified driver logs and a pattern of safety violations by the trucking company. After a two-week trial, the jury returned a verdict of $12.5 million, one of the largest trucking accident verdicts in North Carolina history.
A 42-year-old mother of three went to a Charlotte-area hospital for a routine gallbladder removal. Due to the surgeon's negligence, her bile duct was severed during the procedure, leading to a life-threatening infection, multiple corrective surgeries, and permanent digestive complications. Our team retained leading surgical experts who testified that the surgeon deviated from the standard of care. The case was resolved through mediation for $9.2 million, providing our client with the resources to cover her ongoing medical needs and compensate her family for the profound impact on their lives.
A commercial truck driver lost control of his vehicle on a steep descent near Asheville when the truck's brakes failed due to inadequate maintenance. The truck struck our client's vehicle head-on, killing the 38-year-old father of two. Our investigation revealed that the trucking company had repeatedly deferred required brake inspections and that the driver had reported brake issues weeks before the accident. We settled with the trucking company and the maintenance provider for a combined $8.7 million for the surviving family.
A construction worker at a high-rise project in downtown Charlotte fell 40 feet when his safety harness, manufactured by a major equipment company, failed due to a defective buckle mechanism. He suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury resulting in permanent paralysis from the waist down. We pursued claims against both the equipment manufacturer and the general contractor, ultimately recovering $7.8 million through settlement. The case led to a voluntary recall of the defective harness model.