The Ricci Law Firm Blog

    How Can a Whiplash Injury Affect Someone’s Life?

    When you think of a whiplash injury, most think about the pain caused by their head being jerked in a new direction against the will during an automobile accident. In fact, this is how a lot of whiplash injuries are caused. There is a pinched nerve in the neck muscles that causes you significant pain, along with several symptoms that […]

    Why Was My Workers’ Comp Claim Denied?

    Something a lot of us go through when filing for workers’ comp benefits is that our case is denied by the insurance company. It can be confusing to get the denial, especially if we are going through the process without a lawyer. Going through the claims process without a lawyer can be a costly mistake but one that does not […]

    3 Workers’ Comp Myths: True or False?

    At Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers, P.A., our Greenville workers’ compensation attorneys regularly hear from clients who are concerned about aspects of their claim. Are those concerns valid? Let’s tackle some common myths: #1: I don’t get workers’ comp if the accident was my fault: FALSE Sadly, many injured workers do not pursue a workers’ compensation claim because they feel […]

    5 Tips to Consider After Getting Injured in a Car Accident

    When getting into an accident, you aren’t thinking clearly due to adrenaline coursing through your body. You’re just going from point A to point B and accidents are never something you expect when walking out of your house. There are certain actions you take or thoughts you may have that can harm your chances of your personal injury claim being […]

    My Claim Was Denied… Now What?

    Workers’ compensation claims adjusters routinely send out claim denials when they receive a report of injury in North Carolina. Here’s what to do if you get one: I received a Form 61 Denial of Claim… is this the end? No, but it is easy to fall into the trap of believing there is no hope. Although the denial form is […]

    Hurt at Work in NC? What to Do Next.

    Our Greenville workers’ compensation attorneys at Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers, P.A. help injured workers across North Carolina. Here are some common questions we see: I got hurt at work. What’s the first step? Notify management immediately – even if you think everyone knows. Often, injured workers hope to heal quickly, so they do not bother reporting an incident. Do […]