North Carolina Industrial Commission Claims Lawyer
If you have been injured on the job and submit a workers' compensation claim, your case will be decided by the North Carolina Industrial Commission - it operates like a court. Some cases proceed to a hearing before the commission. It is best to work with an experienced workers' compensation attorney if you are in this situation.
The Law Offices of Lyndon R. Helton, PLLC, represents people fighting for their workers' compensation benefits. We know North Carolina workers' comp law, and we have more than 15 years of experience handling insurance claims. We can help you navigate the maze of paperwork, doctors' appointments and hearings involved in workers' comp cases. For a free consultation, please call our Hickory office at 828-848-8776 or contact us online.
Hearings Before the Industrial Commission of North Carolina
The Industrial Commission functions like a court that hears workers' compensation cases. Located in Raleigh, the commission sends judges (called "Deputy Commissioners") throughout the state to hold hearings.
Sometimes, disputes are handled via mail or phone. However, if the case moves to the hearing stage, a judge will be sent to hear the case. After the hearing, the lawyers for each side gather medical testimony and send briefs to the judge. The judge will review the briefs and make a decision. This process can take many months to resolve.
The workers' compensation insurance company will have an experienced insurance adjuster or an attorney working for them. You need representation, too. The insurance company is not looking out for your best interests. To get the coverage you need after an injury, call our office at 828-848-8776. We will protect your interests throughout the workers' comp process.
