Yearly Archives: 2020
Driver may be blamed in passenger death due to car accident
When a car crash takes a life, it is a tragedy in any circumstance. Many North Carolina families know this pain all too well after losing loved ones…
Are you sharing the road with a distracted driver?
Construction, weather, changing traffic patterns and the normal hustle and bustle of traffic are enough to keep you busy while you drive. You may also be looking for…
What impact could a manager’s lie have on workers’ compensation?
Most North Carolina companies and the people who work for them ensure that they do everything within their control to keep employees safe on the job. Unfortunately, there…
Motorcyclist dies after detached trailer causes car accident
People who follow the rules of the road generally assume that their good driving behavior will prevent any traffic collisions. They are generally correct in that assumption, but…
Recipients may soon see an increase in Social Security disability
Many people in this country cannot work due to disability. They may have to rely on Social Security disability or other Social Security retirement benefits in order to…
Workers’ compensation: Fatal accident at Tyson food plant
The death of an employee who was on the job is not just a tragedy for those who cared about the person, but it can have serious consequences…
Fatal car accident under investigation, charges uncertain
When a car crash results in more questions than answers, it can be doubly devastating to a grieving family. A recent collision here in North Carolina is still being…
Workers’ compensation: Employee dies in conveyor line accident
Most people don’t think that doing their job could result in their death. However, that is the reality for many people right here in North Carolina. The risk…
Who is liable when both drivers die in a car accident?
Many people understand that if they or a loved one are harmed in a motor vehicle crash, they may be able to file a civil claim against one…
Workers’ compensation: Is that injury covered?
Most workers in North Carolina don’t encounter any physical danger in the course of their duties. However, it is still possible for an employee in any industry to…
Couple fears neighborhood car accidents due to speeding
Most drivers understand that speeding can increase their risk of being in a car crash. However, driving faster than posted speed limits is still a very common infraction.…
Workers’ compensation: Property company fined by OSHA
Most workplaces here in North Carolina and across the country will do whatever they can to keep their employees safe. Sadly, employees are sometimes hurt or even killed…
14-year-old boy survives dog attack
Many people in North Carolina consider their pets to be members of the family and treat them as such. Sadly, there are some who may encourage their animals…
The lifelong struggle of a traumatic brain injury
A motor vehicle accident can result in injuries to any part of the body. One of the most devastating injuries to suffer in a crash is a traumatic…
Fuel tank explosion may result in workers’ compensation
When workers report for duty each day, they probably don’t think that it could be their last. If an employee dies from an accident while on the job,…
Motorcycle accidents: Biker dies, crash still under investigation
As the temperatures continue to warm, more and more people will take to the open roads on their motorcycles. Though this mode of transportation can be a great…
Small OSHA violations may lead to workers’ compensation
Employees in North Carolina generally trust that their employer has their best interests in mind and will put their safety first. Though that is nearly always true, there…
Do I qualify for workers’ compensation benefits?
A workplace injury can quickly bring your world to a halt. Many things you and your family may have taken for granted must stop while you recover, including…
Fatal car accident involves 5 different vehicles
With warmer weather approaching, many people say that the risks associated with wintertime driving are over. Though that is true, it doesn’t mean that motorists can let their…
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