WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS

About Mathew E. Flatow

Mathew is a steadfast advocate who works tirelessly to address his clients’ needs. He helps his clients find peace of mind even in the face of a legal battle and will not stop or back down until they receive the justice, compensation, and verdict they deserve.

INJURIES IN THE WORKPLACE

SeiferFlatow is a law firm that is well-versed in the issues of workers' compensation, as noted by the firm’s ratings and peer endorsements. Mathew E. Flatow is an accomplished Charlotte Workers’ Compensation attorney who understands the remedies available for injuries caused by workplace practices and conditions.

By virtue of the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act, an employer is responsible for medical expenses and two-thirds of lost wages for an injury caused in the workplace. Other remedies that may be available include compensation for permanent injury or death benefits, payable to spouses or next of kin. Finally, at the end of your case, you may be eligible for a lump sum settlement.

If you have been injured at work, we can help you get the compensation you deserve.

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WHAT IS A WORKPLACE ACCIDENT?

Each day, employees are in danger of being impacted by a variety of workplace accidents. No worker is immune from a workplace injury – whether it is in an industrial, office or retail setting. If you’re ever injured, you’ll appreciate what a Charlotte workplace accident attorney can do for you, regardless of whether the insurance company is paying benefits or if your claim is denied and you need to request a hearing before the commission.

Charlotte workplace accidents take on many different forms, ranging from slip and falls, injuries caused by falling materials, overexertion, exposure to harmful chemicals, injuries resulting from workplace conditions and practices, highway accidents, and the actions or inactions of co-workers. Written notice of workplace accidents should be provided to employers within 30 days of the injury and claims filed with the North Carolina Industrial Commission within 24 months of the injury.

WHAT ARE SOME TYPES OF WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS?

OVERUSE/REPETITIVE MOTION

The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act provides financial support for those that suffer Charlotte overuse repetitive motion injuries. Rewards include payment of medical expenses, two-thirds of lost wages and compensation for permanent injuries. A Charlotte workers compensation attorney at SeiferFlatow understands all aspects of the North Carolina law and can guide you through the process of filing your claim and pursuing just compensation.

SPINAL INJURIES

It takes just one blow to cause a spinal cord injury. Most of these injuries – many of which occur in the workplace – don’t completely sever the spinal cord. Instead, they create fractures and compression of the vertebrae that crush and destroy axons, carriers of signals up and down the spinal cord between the brain and the rest of the body. At SeiferFlatow, we can provide an experienced attorney who knows how to represent workers suffering from Charlotte spinal injuries.

TOXIC EXPOSURE

Employee harm caused by asbestos fibers, silica, cotton-dust, chemicals, and other toxic exposure has been well-documented over the past several decades in the Carolinas and throughout the nation. Toxic exposure can result in injuries that are temporary and ones that cause long-term damage and death, as in the case of some mesothelioma cases. The North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act protects workers exposed to harmful products in the workplace. At SeiferFlatow, we are prepared to help workers facing toxic exposure cases of all kinds.

WHAT ARE DEATH BENEFITS?

At SeiferFlatow, we know that being treated with compassion and respect during this agonizing time is extremely important. That’s exactly how we treat family members if they turn to us for help in pursuing a death benefits claim.

FROM OUR WORKERS' COMP CLIENTS

"Mathew handled my Workers Comp case as well as my Wrongful Termination case. I could not have asked for any better of an attorney than Mathew. When it came to mediation Mathew never backed down, very impressive. I would highly recommend Mathew and his staff."
- Tracy
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"Hired Mathew when I got hurt at work late last year. I thought I was going to lose my job for sure, but he helped me with my case. I told him that I wanted to get my bills paid and make sure my job was safe. Other lawyers I talked to kept saying I would have to resign my position to get a settlement. Mathew was the only one who worked with my employer to make sure my bills were taken care of and that my job was safe. I am so glad I found Mathew on this website and hired him to fix my work situation."
- Betsy
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"I was hurt at work pretty bad and when the doctor wrote me out, i was fired. When I called around to various lawyers, I was told that they only would look at the injury and were not interested or could not help me with the termination. Mathew was the first lawyer I found who was able to handle both. He filed claims with the industrial commission and Department of Labor. He followed up and kept me informed the whole time. We had a conference with my employer and got both issues resolved at one time. It was refreshing to have one lawyer who was incredibly smart in both areas of law. I cannot recommend this firm and Mathew enough."
— Peter
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