Raleigh Personal Injury Blog

North Carolina safety authorities launched an investigation into a construction site accident that happened in Raleigh on a recent Thursday. An incident report indicates that rescue workers were called to the scene at approximately 11:30 a.m. to tend to injured workers on a scaffold. The injured workers will likely file workers' compensation benefits claims for coverage of their medical expenses.

Reportedly, a scaffold system that was suspended from the roof of a commercial building in Raleigh held two workers. They were working on the repair and upgrade of an expansion joint on the building's outer wall. While they were working on the task at hand, a section of the limestone facade detached from the wall approximately 25 feet above the level of the scaffold.

When campus injuries are mentioned, one's mind automatically goes to dangerous premises, slip-and-fall accidents, vehicle accidents and other similar incidents. No one wants to even consider the possibility of a violent attack by a gun-wielding student. However, shootings in public places are becoming more prevalent, one of which caused deaths and injuries in an attack at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. Injured students and the surviving family members of those who lost their lives can pursue personal injury and wrongful death claims in a civil court.

Reportedly, a 22-year-old man was taken into custody after the shooting. The former student's motive for opening fire is still unclear. Police officers say they asked him when they took him away, and the only answer they got was that he shot some people after going into the classroom. They say he showed no remorse; instead, he seemed proud of his actions.

Welders in Raleigh and across North Carolina will undoubtedly be aware of the burn hazards they face. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates that employers must protect employees by providing safe work environments that are free of known dangers. However, not all employers prioritize employee safety, leaving it up to workers to take their own precautions to avoid having to file workers' compensation claims.

Welding arcs produce flying spatter and sparks along with hot bits of molten metal that can be blown off the cutting flames, and workers also risk burns by handling hot equipment. The American Welding Society warns that workers who are exposed to arc rays could suffer radiation burns. The organization says employers must provide personal protective equipment, and workers can refuse to work without the necessary PPE.

Dogs frequently become part of the family and are treated like humans. At times, however, these furry companions can lash out and inflict harm on another.

North Carolina has some of the most challenging dog bite laws on the books, and navigating them after an incident can seem impossible. If you or someone you know has suffered a bite, take a look at some of the critical points of the statutes.