Year: 2025
Repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome can be debilitating and often frightening to injured workers. Your hands and arms can be your livelihood and not having them perform the way you need can send off alarm bells. Repetitive motion injuries may sometimes develop slowly but can significantly impact your ability […]
If you’ve been injured at work in North Carolina, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group is committed to helping injured workers navigate the complexities of the workers’ comp system. Here’s a breakdown of the types of benefits you may receive if your claim is approved. Types of Disability Benefits […]
Shoulder injuries are more common in the workplace than many people realize. Whether you’re lifting heavy objects, performing repetitive motions, or even simply reaching overhead, your shoulders are constantly in motion—and often can be prone to injury. Common Workplace Shoulder Injuries The shoulder is a complex joint made up of muscles, tendons, and bones. When […]
Receiving a settlement offer from an adjuster can feel like a major milestone in your workers’ compensation journey. However, it’s crucial to fully understand your options before signing any agreement. In North Carolina, two common types of workers’ compensation settlement agreements are the Clincher Agreement (which is also known as a Compromise Settlement Agreement) and […]
When you’re injured on the job, navigating the workers’ compensation process can often feel overwhelming. Among the many terms and evaluations you may encounter are permanent restrictions, maximum medical improvement (MMI), and functional capacity evaluations (FCEs). These concepts play a crucial role in determining your ability to return to work and the benefits you may […]
If you’re involved in a workers’ compensation settlement in North Carolina—or anywhere else—you may have heard the term “Medicare Set-Aside” (also known as an MSA). This process is important to understand, especially if you are eligible for Medicare or will be soon. Here’s a breakdown in plain language to help you understand what an MSA […]
Getting hurt on the job is more than just an accident—it’s often a life-altering experience that can affect your health, livelihood, and emotional well-being. For many workers, injuries sustained on the job don’t just go away after a few weeks of rest or medical treatment. Instead, they can sometimes develop into chronic pain, a condition […]
If you’ve been injured on the job and filed a workers’ compensation claim in North Carolina, you may be asked to provide a recorded statement to the employer’s insurance company. While this request may seem routine, it is a critical part of the insurance company’s investigation process. Their goal is not to help you secure […]
Attorneys Michael Kornbluth and Joseph Hjelt are among the first group of lawyers to earn certification as employment law specialists from the North Carolina State Bar, the Durham-based law firm of Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group, P.A., announced today. Kornbluth and Hjelt were included in a group of just 15 attorneys who earned certification as employment […]
Filing a workers’ compensation claim in North Carolina should be a straightforward process, but unfortunately, claims are often denied for various reasons. It is important to know that although an employer or insurance company may deny your case, that does not mean that it is over. A denial can be just one step in the […]
