We as a country have to start making our health a priority. Right now our health is not at the top of the list for most of us. Unfortunately, this way of thinking about our own well-being is now affecting the workplace. And make no mistake, this wrong headedness is not in the exclusive possession …
It is extremely important for injured workers to give an accurate and detailed account of their accident and resulting injuries to the doctors they initially see. In Joey Hodgin’s experience, the Industrial Commission places a lot of weight on the descriptions found in the initial medical records. Conversely, if a patient does not give a …
Yes, it’s true, I the Workers Compensation Lawyer, Joey Hodgin, am going to let employers in on a big secret that could have me looking for another practice area. Are you ready for the stunning revelation? Here it is: Promote and protect the health of your employees; It’s really that simple. “Nothing is more important than …
Settling a workers compensation case is not as simple as it sounds. Joey Hodgin has represented many injured workers who have sought his representation after receiving an offer from the insurance company. Unless proper precautions are taken, a Worker’s Compensation Settlement could have a negative impact on Social Security or Medicare Benefits. Most of the …
Workers’ Compensation Rule 502(3)(b); pro se plaintiff’s submission of compromise settlement agreement directly to Industrial Commission did not render agreement unenforceable when it otherwise complied with N.C.G.S. § 97-17(a). Employer tried to back out of a settlement reached with the employee. The settlement was based on the need of a future knee replacement, however the …