In North Carolina if a slip and fall injury occurs during the course and scope of employment, it is covered by Workers’ Compensation, which is the exclusive remedy. However, if a third party, such as a bottled water company making a delivery, causes the accident, the third party may be legally responsible for your injuries. In such a case, it is almost always a good idea to consult a personal injury or Worker’s Compensation lawyer about the claim, since there are other issues which complicate matters, such as the employer’s right to reimbursement out of any recovery obtained from the negligent third party.