Corporate Workplace Injuries
Injured on the job? Talk to one of our Workers Compensation Attorneys.
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Working in the corporate environment might be much safer than other industries, but workplace accidents still happen.
Corporate jobs include the standard office setting, which usually means sitting at a desk. Prior, Criner & Edwards Attorneys represent workers in this field, as well as employees working for the state or city, such as at universities/schools, airports, libraries and volunteering.
Common Corporate Workplace Accidents
Corporate field occupations place workers at risk for several potential injuries, including:
Falls. Not only is falling the most common office accident, but office workers are more likely to fall than non-office employees. Falls can result from tripping over desk drawers, electrical cords, loose carpeting and objects in the hallways. Slipping on wet floors, using a chair instead of a ladder or reaching for something in an unstable seat can also cause falls.
Lifting. Corporate workers may not be lifting extremely heavy items, but even small loads like work files, stacks of computer paper or computer hardware can lead to accidents if not handled properly. Lifting anything that’s too heavy causes strain to the back, neck and shoulders.
Workstation Ergonomics. Musculoskeletal problems in the neck, shoulders and back, poor posture, carpal tunnel syndrome and eyestrain are all possible injuries employees are at risk for from sitting at their desk for hours at a time every day. Not getting up frequently to stretch or walk creates strain on the muscles and increases the chances for repetitive movement injuries.
Corporate setting careers may not involve fatal injuries from climbing on top of buildings or working with dangerous machinery, but they are guilty of long-term damages to the body, especially from sitting. If you’ve been injured in a corporate workplace setting, don’t hesitate to file your workers’ compensation claim and get medical treatment.
Fighting for your workers’ compensation rights is not always an easy process. If you need help, contact our lawyers at Prior, Criner & Edwards Attorneys. Our lawyers have over sixty years of experience fighting for what our clients deserve.
Call today for a free consultation and explore your options – (910) 341-3202
Our Attorneys
Our attorneys specialize in workman's comp, personal injury, and dispute resolution services.
We have have a long history of building long-term client relationships founded on trust and mutual respect.
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Frank Prior
With over 25 years of experience in civil litigation and thousands of cases mediated, Frank specializes in the fields of workers compensation and personal injury law.
Sherman Lee Criner
Sherman is Licensed to Practice Law in North and South Carolina. He has extensive education in law and the mediation practice, professional experience and impressive memberships in many noteworthy political, civic and business organizations.
Ashley M. Edwards
Ashley is a NC attorney and certified mediator in North and South Carolina, Ashley has represented hundreds of clients and mediated thousands of cases for attorneys, insurance carriers and private companies.
Client Feedback
“These guys are awesome and care about their clients very much. I would suggest anyone hurt on the job to contact them. Cannot express my appreciation enough to them!"
“Ashley Edwards genuinely cares about his clients and holds himself to the highest standards in all of his professional interactions. I am happy to recommend him to anyone who needs help navigating the workers compensation process."
“Ashley has been practicing compensation law in the greater Wilmington area for 15+ years. I have often turned to him for advice and counsel. He knows the law, is trustworthy, listens to his clients, and fights to do the right thing for them. He is my first call!"
“Mr Edwards made my case feel like it was his most important case. He is so caring and attentive."
“This was the first and only law firm I contacted after being injured. Everyone there has been on point concerning my case and extremely professional. I highly recommend contacting workers comp first if injured. It will be as if it's the most important case they have and they will not disappoint. Thank you to the entire team."
“Wonderful Experience under difficult circumstances. They helped me understand my rights and options under the law. Mr. Edwards took the time to help and meet with me whenever I had questions. He is highly recommended for his expert advice and service. "
“This is the place to go if you get hurt on the job Ashley and his paralegal Janet are really nice and super easy to talk to and they take the time to really listen to your problems and get you the help you need and deserve."
“They came out took out time to listen very smart he knows what he's talking about he heard me out and took my case under difficult sircumstances and i highly advise this is the law firm to consider."
“Sherman is one of the best mediators that I know---he is extremely proficient in Workers' Compensation Law and he is an outstanding communicator. I give Sherman my highest rating!"
“Great Experience with a caring lawyer who took the time to actually meet with me. He handled my case to the end and explained everything. Highly recommended."
“Ashley is very knowledgeable and relatable to his clients, to opposing counsel, and to all parties when acting as mediator. "
“Ashley didn't always tell me what I wanted to hear but he always told me the truth. He is very knowledgeable and professional... I would highly recommend Ashley if you feel the need to hire an attorney. "
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