The Basics of Navigating a
Workers’ Compensation Claim
2015 Basics of Workers’ Compensation
Program Summary and Highlights
Workplace accidents happenm but handling Workers’ Compensation claims in
North Carolina is anything but basic.
The changing nature of the work environment requires an understanding of the
rights of injured workers, their employers and their employers’ insurance carriers
under North Carolina law.
This CLE is intended to help North Carolina attorneys navigate through the
workers’ compensation process. It is ideal for those attorneys who are new to
the field, those who occasionally handle Workers’ Compensation claims and
those who regularly practice in the field but wish to get back to the basics.
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Learn to identify issues in a new claim and discover how to negotiate
an effective settlement
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Obtain knowledge of ethical considerations to be had in managing
support staff
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Essential to everyone interested in successfully practicing in the area
of Workers’ Compensation
LIVE • LIVE WEBCAST • VIDEO REPLAYS
Thursday, November 5, 2015
NC Bar Center, Cary
VIDEO REPLAYS
Cary | NC Bar Center
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Concord | Hilton Garden Inn
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
CLE CREDIT: 6.5 Hours
Including 1.0 Hour Ethics/
Professionalism
Qualifies for NC State Bar Workers’ Compensation Specialization Credit
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Workers’ Compensation Section
The Basics of Navigating a Workers’ Compensation Claim
2015 Basics of Workers’ Compensation
#458WCP and #458LWC | Thursday, November 5, 2015
FOUR WAYS TO REGISTER
ONLINE*
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PHONE*800.228.3402
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| Select format and tuiton rate below.REGISTRANT TYPE EARLY BIRD TUITION
Postmarked 7 days prior to live program date.
REGULAR TUITION Postmarked less than 6 days prior to live program date.
WEBCAST TUITION
NCBA Workers’ Compensation Section Member
$230
Live VR (see below) $285Live VR (see below) $310Webcast
NCBA Member $250 Live VR (see below) $305Live VR (see below) $330Webcast Non-member $305Live VR (see below) $360Live VR (see below) $385Webcast Full-time LANC
Attorney (NCBA member)
These categories do not qualify for Early Bird tuition.
$150
Live VR (see below) $175Webcast
1st Year Licensed in
NC (NCBA Member) $99Live VR (see below) $124Webcast
CLE Passport
Holder 6 TokensLive VR (see below) 6 Tokens Webcast
Judge
(NCBA Member)
These categories do not qualify for Early Bird tuition or include any MCLE fees.
$25
Live VR (see below)
Choose from the applicable Webcast tuition options above. Clerk of Court
(NCBA Member) $25Live VR (see below) Law Professor
(NCBA Member) $25Live VR (see below) Law Student
Division Member $25Live VR (see below) Paralegal Student
Division Member $25Live VR (see below)
VIDEO REPLAY LOCATIONS
| Select your location. For details, see http://tinyurl.com/458WCPCary | Jan. 19, 2016, 9:00a | #458BAR
Concord | Dec. 8, 2015, 9:00a | #458CRD
REGISTRANT INFORMATION
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Address: City, State and ZIP:
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Thursday, November 5, 2015, 8:15a–4:45p
8:15a
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:55
Welcome and Introductions
9:00
Administrative Procedures before the Industrial Commission
Meredith Henderson
• Rules regarding what to file where and how to file it
• The basics of medical motions and medical-related motions
• The basics of Form 23 and Form 24 Applications
9:45
Basic Tips for Handling a Workers’ Compensation Hearing
Chrystal Redding Stanback
• Relevant rules of the Industrial Commission
• Preparing for the hearing is the key!
• What to do and what not to do at the hearing
10:30
Break
10:45
Shop Talk: Building a Mediation from the Ground Up
Lynn Gullick
• The Preliminary Plans
• The Construction of the Mediation
• The Final Walk Through
11:15
A Case Walks in the Door—Then What?
Michael W. Bertics
and
Raymond J. Williams
• Assessing Immediate Issues/Why is this claim here?
• Moving the Claim Forward
• Posturing/Leveraging claim for settlement
12:00p
Networking Lunch (included at Live program only)
12:45
Panel Discussion–Ethical Considerations in Use of Support Staff*
Amy Gallimore, Ponchita L. Heggie
and
W. Mark Peck
(moderator)
• Understanding the Rules of Professional Responsibility
• Supervising support staff
• Delegating file tasks and corresponding with clients
1:45
To be an Accident or Not to be an Accident: That is the Question
Tracey L. Jones
• Definition of an injury by accident
• Did the accident arise out of and in the course and scope of the
employment?
• Specific Traumatic Incidents
• Pre-Existing Conditions
2:30
Break
2:45
Discovery
Jeri L. Whitfield
• Working out disputes with opposing counsel
• Determining when (and whether) to object
• Privileges and any other evidentiary considerations
Program materials are
100
%
DIGITAL
Step-By-Step Download Instructions
1. Go to www.ncbar.org/cle
2. Click on “Your Course Materials” (on right-side navigation) .
3. Log in. (If you need help with your log in, call 800.228.3402.)
4. Click on the CLE program title.
5. Download and save.
3:30
Getting to Disbursement: Medicare, Medicaid and ERISA Liens
Julie L. Bell
• Who to contact
• When to contact them
• How to make sure you’re paying the correct amount
4:00
Occupational Disease Claims
M. Reid Acree Jr.
• Basic Law of Occupational Disease
• Proof of Occupational Diseases
• Proof of disability
• What’s New in Specific types of cases?
4:45
Adjourn
*Indicates portion providing Ethics/Professionalism credit
FINE PRINT • REGISTRATION Registrations are limited by space, and may include a live video broadcast
overflow room. TRANSFERS Registrants may transfer from a Live program, Video Replay, Webcast, Webinar
or Phone/Audio Streaming Program without penalty within three business days after the program date.
CANCELLATIONS Cancellations must be received by 9:00 a.m. the third business day prior to the program to
qualify for a refund (less $25 administrative fee). Those not attending will receive the digital program materials
in full consideration of tuition paid. MCLE CREDIT The North Carolina Bar Association Foundation is an
accredited CLE sponsor under the MCLE Regulations promulgated by the NC State Bar Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program is approved (but not sponsored) by the Board for the designated number of CLE hours. Each attorney must maintain a record of his/her attendance for the NC State Bar annual report. MCLE credit is reported by NCBA Foundation only if a NC State Bar number is provided. Your CLE tuition includes mandatory State Bar fees used to support the State Bar’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education program, the Chief Justice’s Commission on Professionalism and the Chief Justice’s Equal Access to Justice Commission. Your tuition also includes digital access to all program materials. DIGITAL PROGRAM MATERIALS You will receive a notification email when digital materials are available to download. To retrieve digital materials, log in and select “My Course Materials” on the CLE website. All of the materials for this program will be available for download in advance of the program. A limited number of printed books will be available for purchase at the Live program. VIDEO REPLAYS To qualify for the Early Bird tuition, registration must be received one week prior to program date. NC State Bar rules require a minimum number of pre-registered active State Bar members. The NCBA Foundation reserves the right to cancel any video program prior to the program date if registrations do not meet the NC State Bar requirement. Some sites require additional
registration or evaluation forms. Visit http://tinyurl.com/458WCP to confirm video replay registration
and program start times. CLE credit hours at Video Replays are subject to change. Video replay program attendees may purchase the printed manuscript at cost. Due to printing and shipping lead times we are unable to accommodate requests for print materials made fewer than seven (7) days prior to any video replay program. INCLEMENT WEATHER We make every effort to notify registrants when a program is canceled or delayed due to weather. If inclement weather is forecast, please check your local news listings or contact event venue. NCBA programs will follow the work schedule of the hosting institutions, to include delayed openings. CLE SCHOLARSHIPS A limited number of scholarships are available to members in financial
need. Contact Membership Services at 1.800.662.7407 or email akemple@ncbar.org. EVENT SPONSOR
AND EXHIBITOROPPORTUNITIES Interested in meeting the attendees of this program? Become an
exhibitor or sponsor! Contact Jennifer Shapiro at jshapiro@ncbar.org for detailed information about these
Program Planners
• M. Reid Acree Jr., Attorney at Law, Salisbury
• Eleasa Harris Allen, Robinson & Lawing LLP, Winston-Salem
Speakers
• M. Reid Acree Jr., Attorney at Law, Salisbury
• Julie L. Bell, Daggett Shuler Attorneys at Law, Winston-Salem
• Michael W. Bertics, Lennon, Camak & Bertics, Raleigh
• Amy Gallimore, Oxner + Permar LLC, Asheboro
• Lynn Gullick, Gullick Mediation Inc., Greensboro
• Ponchita L. Heggie, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, Raleigh
• Meredith Henderson, Executive Secretary, NC Industrial Commission, Raleigh
• Tracey L. Jones, Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP, Raleigh
• W. Mark Peck, Robinson & Lawing LLP, Winston-Salem
• Chrystal Redding Stanback, Deputy Commissioner, NC Industrial
Commission, Raleigh
• Jeri L. Whitfield, Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP, Greensboro
• Raymond J. Williams, McAngus Goudelock & Courie PLLC, Charlotte
Hotel Information
Contact hotel(s) directly for reservations at the special NCBA room rate.
Rates are based on availability and may sell out.
Embassy Suites, 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard, Cary
Rate:
$159 Single/Double (Includes full cooked-to-order breakfast and
manager’s evening reception)
Reservations
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 120 Sage Commons Way, Cary
Rate
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complimentary Continental Breakfast. All rooms come standard with a
fully equipped kitchen
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Reservations
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