Receiving a denial for your workers' compensation claim can be disheartening, especially when you are relying on that support to recover from a workplace injury. However, it is important to remember that a denial does not have to be the final word. In North Carolina,...
Construction jobs remain one of the most dangerous professions in North Carolina, with falls as the leading cause of occupational injuries. You navigate expected risks regularly, but that doesn’t mean you should accept increased danger due to a lack of safety...
Driving distractions extend beyond using your phone. Other seemingly harmless activities can be just as dangerous, such as interacting with pets in the car. Although North Carolina does not require pet restraints, securing your animal companion may help keep you both...
Maneuvering a large vehicle, such as a truck or trailer, for long stretches is bound to cause discomfort. For seasoned truck drivers, experiencing the occasional lower back pain or body ache becomes part of the job. However, one condition seems to plague the industry:...
Work-related accidents are a common occurrence in physically demanding professions. The construction industry serves as a prime example of this. A common hazard in this sector is struck-by accidents. Such incidents occur when a worker comes into violent contact with...
A slip and fall can leave you nursing some serious injuries, from broken bones to concussions. As a victim, you are probably wondering how much compensation your claim is worth -- and that's fair. You've undergone some serious injuries. It all depends on the extent of...
Intersections are one of the most dangerous spots on any road. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has determined that “More than 50 percent of the combined total of fatal and injury crashes occur at or near intersections.” Speeding and reckless driving vastly...
If there is a time of day that can be more dangerous for pedestrians and drivers, it’s when the sun is setting low in the sky. At that angle, the sun can be blinding for drivers and pedestrians alike, making it harder for them to see what’s happening around them. This...
In North Carolina, most truckers are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, in the event of an accident, some employers and insurance companies may try to claim the driver is an independent contractor or should claim against occupational accident...
When a driver acts negligently or recklessly, causes a car accident, and injures someone in the other vehicle, naturally, that person may be liable for the financial damages their victim suffers. But they might not be the only one who is responsible. In North...