A work-related rotator cuff tear in North Carolina can be extremely painful. You may wonder about the treatment options available to you and whether you will need surgery to repair the damage. Not necessarily; some rotator cuff tears heal on their own without surgical intervention. Therefore, your doctor is unlikely to recommend surgery until after […]

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Falls are a leading cause of injury because they can happen so easily. It does not matter how old you are or how physically fit, a fall can happen in an instant. All it takes it a slippery or uneven surface, and the next thing you know, you are on the ground in pain. Seniors […]

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration performs frequent studies related to large commercial vehicles and safety on the road. Among their studies is the relationship between driver alertness and time of day. This is where the circadian rhythm becomes a factor. Affecting response time Many circumstances create truck driver fatigue, such as extended work hours, […]

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According to the findings of a AAA study published in The Virginian-Pilot, potholes cost American drivers approximately $3 billion a year in car damage alone. The average cost of a single repair is $300. These figures do not take into account costs associated with personal injuries, such as medical care, lost wages and emotional duress. […]

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This is an unpleasant, uncomfortable, but necessary subject. Suffering an injury at work in North Carolina is a setback. You may have to take time off, go through physical therapy or spend time in the hospital. You have to do whatever it takes to get better, but in the meantime, you cannot work or adhere […]

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Many industries are inherently dangerous, from construction to manufacturing to agriculture. However, you and other North Carolina residents can suffer a job-related injury or illness in any workplace setting – including those you might not expect to be hazardous. If you work in an office, you may be interested in learning about the numerous risks […]

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