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If you’ve suffered an eye injury at work, seek medical attention immediately and file for workers’ compensation. If you need help working through the claim process, our attorneys are here to help. Contact us today for a FREE consultation.
Common Workplace Eye Injuries
Tools and devices. From nail guns and wires to various cutting instruments, there are many hazardous tools used in certain industries that have the potential to hit the eye and cause damage to the cornea.
Chemicals. Similar to tools, hazardous chemicals are often used in a number of industries. Employees working with chemicals are at risk of chemicals splashing into the eyes, which causes irritation, burns and blindness.
Projected fragments. Tiny particles like glass shards, splintered wood and metal flakes can get into the eye and cause irritation and scratched corneas.
Blunt trauma. Falling onto hard surfaces and automobile accidents are just a couple of examples of ways employees can traumatize their eyes.
Over exposure to Ultraviolet rays. Bight lights including lasers, lamps and sunlight are often brighter than necessary for accurate vision. And when exposure is consistent, eyes strain and cause potential headaches, migraines, sickness and fatigue.
Long term computer usage. Sitting at a desk and starting at a computer screen every day for hours at a time puts pressure on the eyes. This can cause nausea, headaches and dizziness.
Employers are legally responsible for providing protective eye gear to workers who are exposed to hazardous materials. Failure to comply with regulations will result in fines and penalties to the company.
Symptoms of Eye Injuries
- Worker has trouble seeing/ is in pain
- Eyelid is cut or torn
- One eye has trouble moving compared to other
- Blood is seen in the eye
- Something is in the eye that can’t be easily removed
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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.
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“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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