Revised Guidelines for In-Person Industrial Commission Hearings The Industrial Commission has revised its in-person hearing guidelines to reflect the most recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). In-Person Deputy Commissioner Hearing Guidelines Any person with symptoms of COVID-19 who has not had a COVID-19 viral test following onset of symptoms shall not attend…
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Teague Campbell strives to create an inclusive and diverse environment within the firm and in the community. Along with the firm’s Management Committees, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is dedicated to seeking and retaining the best legal talent available who share in our commitment to diversity by fostering awareness, understanding and appreciation of people…
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Question Can a private employer terminate an employee who is arrested outside of normal work hours, but has not yet been convicted of any crime, without facing possible employment law exposure? Answer North Carolina is an “at will” employment state, meaning an employer can terminate an employee for any reason at all, as long as…
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At the end of our previous post, The Case for Mentoring: Meeting Attorneys Where They Are, we highlighted the importance of keeping an open line of communication between mentor and mentee. This tip bears repeating. Maybe even a little louder, as they say, for the people in the back. In mentoring, as in life, communication…
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A trip and fall. Injury by machinery. Exposure to asbestos leading to a diagnosis of mesothelioma. These are life-changing events for employees (and employers) that may lead to a slurry of workers’ compensation claims. When the worst happens to an injured employee and his or her family is left behind, the Workers’ Compensation Act details…
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Tutterow v. Hall, a recent opinion by Judge Dietz of the North Carolina Court of Appeals holds, as a matter of first impression, that when there are multiple underinsured tortfeasors and multiple UIM insurance policies, the total limits of UIM coverage is the difference between the total amount paid under all exhausted liability policies and…
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Question What impact do the recent collective bargaining agreements equalizing pay between the Men’s and Women’s US Soccer teams have on employers outside of professional sports? Answer Following protracted equal pay litigation, the U.S. Soccer Federation has agreed to pay the U.S. Men’s National Team and the U.S. Women’s National Team equally, which (at least…
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On July 26, 2022, the Full Commission issued another extended benefits decision, Messick v. Walmart Stores, Inc. The panel consisted of Vice-Chair Griffin, Commissioner Taylor and Commissioner Goodman. In this case, the Full Commission awarded the claimant extended benefits. The issue of extended benefits was not an issue at the Deputy Commissioner level. The Deputy…
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For more than 35 years, Teague Campbell has dedicated itself to the unique needs of clients in the public sector. As evidence of our commitment to the industry, we are proud to formally announce the expansion of our capabilities through the introduction of a dedicated Public Sector Services group. The Public Sector Services group is…
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As part of the firm’s 75 year celebration and continued commitment to our valued employees, Teague Campbell held it’s Family Fun Day at Dorothea Dix Park this past Saturday. Employees and their families enjoyed local food trucks, bounce houses, lawn games, and fellowship. We’re so thankful for the attorneys and staff that keep us going…
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