Q. What should I do if my employer refuses to report my work accident?

A. NC law requires you to file a written notice of accident within thirty (30) days of your injury. You should contact the NC Industrial Commission or a local lawyer to get the proper forms to file your claim in a timely manner. Your failure to properly file the claim may result in denial based on legal procedure. The NC Industrial Commission is the government agency that compiles info on work accidents and serves as the court to decide disputed claims in workers’ compensation matters.