If you have experienced a work-related injury in North Carolina, your life can undergo dramatic changes very quickly. Many work accident victims find themselves suffering anxiety over numerous issues including the severity of the injury, loss of wages and the...
Month: July 2015
Confined spaces: Keeping safe in small, tight spots
Working in confined spaces is very hard; some people struggle with claustrophobia, and others may be okay with the space but still want to know that it's safe to be inside. Because workers who are in confined spaces are at risk, the Occupational Safety and Health...
How workers’ compensation and a third party lawsuit work together
Most of the time, receiving workers' compensation means you have no need to pursue a personal injury claim. However, there are occasions when injured North Carolina workers can pursue both options. Workers' compensation provides injured workers with benefits while...
Scaffolding accident injures 2 North Carolina workers
A project to replace the lighting in the gymnasium at the New Hanover County High School went awry last week when the scaffolding malfunctioned. News reports indicate two electricians fell during the project, resulting in injuries to both of the men. Rick Holliday,...