Workers' Compensation Claims and Appeals Lawyers in Charlotte
Has your medical condition significantly worsened since you were originally injured on the job or were diagnosed with an occupational disease? Is it becoming clear that you may not be able to return to work due to a permanent disability? Did you accept a settlement that you now believe is inadequate and unfair given the severity of your injuries and disability?
In any of these situations, we advise you to discuss your case with an experienced workers' compensation attorney. At Grandy & Martin, we have the knowledge and experience required to explore and clearly explain any legal options you may have for obtaining additional benefits.
Is Reopening a Workers' Comp Case Possible for You?
Generally speaking, if you accepted a settlement determined by the North Carolina Industrial Commission based solely on your disability rating at the time, you have up to two years to re-open a workers' compensation claim because your condition has changed.
In seeking additional benefits or a compromise settlement agreement at that point, it is critical to have a proven lawyer you trust on your side. Once you accept this type of resolution, you will typically give up the right to take further action.
Any Post-Settlement Action Calls for a Resourceful Lawyer
We have been successful in reopening workers' compensation cases for clients. For example:
- A client who settled her back injury claim for $4,800 came to us when her condition proved worse than she originally believed. We were able to re-open the claim and obtain more than $140,000 in benefits for her.
We have also taken action for people who did not originally have skilled, conscientious representation, as when:
- One injured worker hired an attorney who settled his back injury claim for $25,000, but later hired us at Grandy & Martin. We were able to file suit and ultimately win an award worth well over $300,000.
Wherever your workers' compensation case stands today, we are here to help in any way we can — with honest answers about your legal options and strong advocacy if there is a viable way for you to obtain additional benefits.
