Talk with a top-rated attorney in Concord to learn about your workers’ compensation benefits.
Workplace accidents happen every day in Cabarrus County—on construction sites, in factories, on delivery routes, and in countless other hands-on jobs. But when an accident at work leads to catastrophic injury or death, having a team of skilled North Carolina attorneys on your side can make all the difference for you and your family.
At Wilder Pantazis Law Group, our experienced Concord work injury attorneys know North Carolina workers’ comp laws inside and out. We use that knowledge to protect your rights and push back when employers or insurers try to shortchange you.
A work injury doesn’t have to end your career or drain your savings account—not if you have the right team guiding you through the recovery process and fighting for your future.
Contact Wilder Pantazis Law Group today for a free consultation, and let us help you get the full compensation you deserve.
Let us put our decades of workers’ comp experience in North and South Carolina to work for you.
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Visit our law firm near Concord, NC
Our law firm is located 30 miles southwest of downtown Concord, in the Echo Hills neighborhood of Charlotte. To visit our office, hop on I-85 S, take exit 38 for I-77 S/US-21 S toward Columbia, then take the exit for I-277 S/NC-16 S. Use the left lane to take exit 2B to merge onto US-74 E/Independence Blvd for 2 miles, then turn right on Briar Creek Drive. After half a mile, turn left on Monroe Rd and look for our office on the left.
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In the last decade, I’ve represented hundreds of injury victims across North and South Carolina, including in Concord and Cabarrus County. If your livelihood and financial future are on the line, my team and I want to help explore your options and fight to secure the benefits you deserve. You deserve nothing but the best.” – Attorney Beau Wilder
Answers to FAQs about Concord workers’ comp claims
Suffering a workplace injury can leave you feeling helpless, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Our Concord workers’ compensation attorneys are here to answer your questions and guide you through the next steps.
How do I know if I’m eligible for workers’ comp in Concord?
In Concord and throughout North Carolina, most workers are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits if they suffer an injury or occupational illness related to their job. This includes full-time, part-time, seasonal, and even undocumented workers.
The key factor is that the injury or illness must be work-related.
Most North Carolina businesses with 3 or more employees are generally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. However, some types of workers and employers are exempt from these requirements. You may not be covered if you fall into one of these categories:
- Independent contractors, though some may be misclassified and actually qualify as employees
- Agricultural workers employed by farms with fewer than 10 full-time, non-seasonal employees
- Domestic workers, such as housekeepers or nannies directly employed by a household
- Certain sawmill and logging workers
- Railroad employees, who are covered under federal law instead
If you’re unsure whether you qualify, it’s a good idea to speak with a North Carolina workers’ compensation attorney near you. They can help you determine your eligibility and guide you through the claims process.
How long do I have to file a workers’ comp claim in Concord?
The statute of limitations is the time limit (deadline) set on work injury claims, and it’s the same in both North and South Carolina. Injured employees have just 2 years from the date of the injury or diagnosis of an occupational disease to file for workers’ compensation benefits.
However, employees only have 30 days to notify their employer after an on-the-job injury or occupational disease diagnosis.
Any delay whatsoever in filing your claim will be viewed skeptically by the insurance company or your employer and result in a denied workers’ comp claim.
Additionally, building a strong case on your behalf takes time and effort, so the sooner you can consult with an experienced work injury attorney about your case, the better.
How much does workman’s comp pay in North Carolina?
Workers’ comp provides a number of different benefits to aid in a worker’s recovery and ease their financial burden while they’re unable to work after an on-the-job injury. These benefits may include:
- Wage loss benefits. Employees who need to take time off to recover can expect two-thirds of their average weekly wage, up to a maximum rate that changes regularly based on inflation. This amount is not taxed, so it’s often close to the worker’s take-home pay before their injury.
- Medical benefits. Qualified employees will have all necessary medical expenses and treatments covered, as well as any travel that’s further than 20 miles round trip.
- Permanent disability benefits. Workers may be entitled to long-term benefits (financial and medical) if they’re unable to heal sufficiently enough to return to work.
- Vocational rehabilitation. If an injury or illness is so debilitating that a worker can’t return to their old job but is capable of working in another field, they may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services.
- Death benefits. If a worker dies because of a job-related accident or illness, their surviving spouse, children, or other dependents may be eligible to receive death benefits. These benefits typically include two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage for up to 500 weeks, along with coverage for funeral and burial costs up to $10,000.
The amount you can receive will depend on the extent of your injury, and it is negotiable, so make sure you understand the value of your claim before accepting a settlement offer.
How do I file a workers’ comp claim in Concord, North Carolina?
If your injury is severe enough, seek medical treatment immediately. Some work-related injuries occur over time from constant repetitive motion and an emergency room visit might not be needed. But if you are in immediate distress, call 911.
The next step is to report your injury to your manager or supervisor. Starting a paper trail is key to securing your workers’ compensation benefits, so put the notification in writing. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that telling a coworker about your injury is enough. If you wait more than 30 days to report your injury to your employer, you could lose out on the ability to receive full benefits.
Proceed to get a list from your employer of approved doctors (or “panel of physicians”) that you are allowed to visit. If you balk at using the doctors or specialists on the list and proceed to use your own doctor, then your employer and their insurance company may use that as an excuse to deny your benefits.
Next, print Form 18 from the North Carolina Industrial Commission and submit the completed form to forms@ic.nc.gov. (Further details and a step-by-step description of the process necessary to complete can be found here.)
Once you’ve taken these steps and started down this path, it’s time to reach out to an attorney so that you can bring their knowledge and expertise to bear, and secure all possible benefits.
When you’ve enlisted our help, we’ll ask your employer for copies of all documents they have filed regarding your case or on your behalf, including a written report of the incident. If they will not write one, we can help you do so.
Following that, keep your attorney and employer in the loop at every step of the process. If your doctor issues a stay-at-home order, excuses you from work or gives restrictions on the type of work you can perform, ask for this in writing and notify your legal counsel immediately. We can verify that your employer’s insurance company has been properly notified and a claim started. We’ll speak directly with the insurance adjuster to negotiate on your behalf.
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Where can I find an experienced workers’ compensation attorney near me in Concord?
If you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, don’t leave your future in the hands of an insurance company whose biggest concern is their own bottom line. The skilled Concord work injury attorneys at Wilder Pantazis Law Group are here to fight for the full benefits you deserve.
With over 85 years of combined experience helping injured workers across North and South Carolina, we know how to build strong claims and push back when your health and finances are on the line.
Contact the team at Wilder Pantazis Law Group today for a free consultation—and let us handle the legal stuff so you can focus on your recovery.
About Concord, North Carolina
Concord is the largest city in Cabarrus County and is estimated to be home to about 110,000 people, which makes it the 10th most populous city in North Carolina
The name of the town, which means “harmony,” was agreed upon by both the Scots-Irish and German settlers, and the town was incorporated in 1806. The area grew as a farming community and experienced industrialization following the Civil War.
Through the early 20th century, the town of Concord grew steadily as more people moved into the area and the Charlotte job market became a juggernaut. The population stalled out in the 1970s and 80s and even contracted slightly, hitting just 18,500 residents, but since then Concord has seen huge population growth starting in 1990 with 27,000 people, 56,000 in 2000 and nearly 80,000 in 2010.
A few famous faces who have called Concord home include bluegrass-rock musicians The Avett Brothers, NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace, actor Skeet Ulrich, pro basketball player Ish Smith, pro baseball players Billy Goodman and Corey and Kyle Seager, as well as pro football players Lamont Reid, Bradley Pinion, Lance Lewis and Jimmy Hitchcock.
Top employers and industries in Concord, NC
A few of the top employers in the city of Concord and in nearby counties include:
- Atrium Health Cabarrus with more than 4,500 employees
- Cabarrus County Schools with more than 3,800 employees
- The City of Concord and surrounding Cabarrus County government with just over 2,000 employees
- Footwear retailer Shoe Show with 800 employees
- The North Carolina state government with just under 800 employees
- Kannapolis City Schools with 750 employees
- S&D Coffee and Tea with about 630 employees
- Sysco Corporation with just over 500 employees
A few other notable local companies include Roush Fenway Racing, Motor Racing Network, Celgard LLC, Windstream Communications (also known as CT Comm or Concord Telephone) and ACN Inc., a marketing company.
Concord is also home to a large downtown shopping district with a variety of local merchants offering arts, crafts, antiques and collectibles. Two other large employers and venues in Concord include the Charlotte Motor Speedway, used for NASCAR races and other big events, and the large retail venue Concord Mills, a 1.4 million-square-foot shopping mall.
Local resources for Concord, NC residents
Official government websites
Local legal resources
Cabarrus County Courthouse
77 Union St S
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 262-5500
North Carolina Industrial Commission
430 N Salisbury St
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 716-1700
North Carolina State Bar
217 E Edenton St
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 828-4620
Cabarrus County Bar Association
(704) 786-5161
Local community resources
Concord City Clerk
35 Cabarrus Ave W
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 920-5215
Concord Police Department
P.O. Box 308
41 Cabarrus Ave W
Concord, NC 28026
(704) 920-5007
Concord City Hall
35 Cabarrus Ave W
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 920-5555
Concord Community Resource Guide
Cabarrus County Schools
4401 Old Airport Rd
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-5600
Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce
3003 Dale Earnhardt Blvd, Suite 2
Kannapolis, NC 28083
(704) 782-4000
Cabarrus County Library (Concord location)
27 Union St N
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 920-2050
Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau
10099 Weddington Rd Ext.
Concord, NC 28027
Food delivery services
Gas stations
