When a family legal situation becomes unavoidable, cost is usually the first thing on people's minds. Whether you're dealing with a custody dispute, a support order, or a divorce, knowing what you might owe and what the other party might have to cover can shape…
Having an accident at the workplace is a very devastating experience, and if you are going through a workplace injury, you must be distressed and overwhelmed by the situation; and it’s normal to feel this way. As soon as you come back to your senses,…
By Waple & Houk PLLC | Charlotte Workers' Compensation Attorneys | Updated 2026 North Carolina's workers' compensation system was established in 1929 under the North Carolina Workers' Compensation Act (NCGS Chapter 97). Nearly 100 years later, it remains the primary legal framework protecting employees who…
Workplace accidents can occur in any industry or occupation. Industries such as construction, manufacturing, mining, and transportation are more prone to work-related injuries due to on-the-job risks and hazards. Still, any employee can sustain injuries at the workplace. North Carolina workers can claim workers’ comp…
A fatal workplace injury scars it forever. North Carolina employers are responsible for keeping the work environment safe for workers. Employees, on their part, have to follow the best safety practices of their industry. Unfortunately, however, being careful does not stop accidents from happening, and…
When you suffer an injury while on the job, you’re entitled to workers’ compensation benefits from your employer. However, if someone else and not your employer is responsible for the accident, you might be able to file a claim against them. This type of action…

