North Carolina Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
  A: An employee must report the injury to the employer, in writing, immediately and in any event within 30 days. Any delay may result in your benefits being prohibited.
• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: In North Carolina, any employer who employs three or more employees must carry workers` compensation insurance. Every executive officer selected or appointed and … More
• Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
  A: You may be entitled to receive all reasonable and necessary medical treatment, benefits for lost wages, benefits for specific injuries resulting in permanent … More
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: The employer or its insurance company provides and directs medical treatment. The Commission may permit the employee to change physicians or approve a physician of … More
• Q: When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
  A: No compensation is due for the first seven (7) days of lost time unless the disability exceeds 21 days. Therefore, the first check will not include payment for days … More
• Q: If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
  A: If your employer has employment available to you within your medical restrictions and you decline, your employer may request a modification or termination of your … More
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: When liability for payment of compensation is denied, the Commission, claimant, his or her attorney, if any, and all known providers of health care shall be promptly … More

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