On April 2, 2020, Chief Justice Cheri Beasley issued an Order that, among other things, directed that all superior and district court proceedings be scheduled or rescheduled for a date no sooner than June 1, 2020. Shortly thereafter, the North Carolina Industrial Commission issued the following revised/updated policies regarding Deputy Commissioner hearings and mediations: Deputy […]
By Eleasa Allen The Industrial Commission continues to review and evaluate its various policies in light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Below are the most recent updates from the Commission concerning its Secure Leave Policy and accepting agreements signed through DocuSign. COVID-19 Response: Industrial Commission Secure Leave Policy The Industrial Commission recognizes that the COVID-19 […]
By Eleasa Allen Below is the most recent update from the Industrial Commission relative to COVID-19. This information was posted to the Industrial Commission website to address some questions received from attorneys about the current filing deadlines. COVID-19 Response: Industrial Commission Filing Deadline Policy The Industrial Commission has received some inquiries from attorneys regarding its […]
By Eleasa Allen COVID-19 Response: Medical Motion Hearings To Be Conducted Remotely Effective March 23, 2020, and continuing through the end of April 2020, the Commission’s COVID-19 procedure for medical motion hearings arising under G.S. §97-25(f) is amended as follows: All medical motion hearings before Deputy Commissioners shall be conducted with the parties appearing remotely. […]
By Eleasa Allen Below are the most recent updates issued by the North Carolina Industrial Commission on its website in response to the ongoing concerns over COVID-19: IC Staff Working Remotely; Email Communication Encouraged In light of Governor Cooper’s March 10, 2020 State of Emergency declaration regarding COVID-19 and consistent with guidance issued by the […]
By Michele Livingstone and Will Quick We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate. I am confident that each of you is doing your part. Even in the best of times, however, over 1.5 Million North […]
By Eleasa Allen and Heather Baker This is a post to provide the Section with some updates in light of the changes, postponements, and closures as a result of COVID-19/Coronavirus. This is an evolving situation that will have varying impacts on each of us. We encourage everyone to remain flexible. As additional information is disseminated, […]
By Eleasa Harris Allen I am starting to see signs of spring, and it brings a smile to my face. The blooming daffodils, budding trees, and green grass are harbingers of warmer weather and more opportunities to get to leave our desks and enjoy some time outdoors. Before skipping straight into the spring and the […]
By Reid McGraw Join your friends of the Workers’ Compensation Section for a baseball blast on April 23, 2020 in Greensboro. Baseball, beer, and brats. Or, barbecue if you prefer a different alliteration. Nothing speaks the rite of passage into spring or summer quite like those delicious items. When combined with the company of good […]
Hello WC Section Members! We hope 2020 is treating you well and you have made it through whatever January challenge you have undertaken (Whole30, Dry January, etc.). The CLE at the Grandover will give you the opportunity to throw all those good intentions by the wayside. We have received the NCIC Quarterly Update and are […]