Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of vehicle crashes. They happen to millions of American drivers every year. The impact, even if the collision occurs at low speed, is sufficient to cause whiplash and other spinal problems that could leave victims...
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Year: 2019
Personal injury: UNC campus violence kills 2, injures 4
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,...
Chain reaction causes multiple motor vehicle accidents in Raleigh
Officers detained a driver who attempted to flee on foot after a high-speed crash in Raleigh. According to a police report, the incident that caused multiple motor vehicle accidents occurred on a recent Wednesday morning. Reportedly, the fleeing 18-year-old driver now...
Workers’ compensation: Welders can prevent burn injuries
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....
Personal injury: Concern over rise in motorcycle crash fatalities
A motorcyclist is facing a long and challenging route to recover after he was the victim of a hit-and-run accident in Selma. The DMV and the North Carolina Department of Transportation expressed concern over the significant increase in motorcycle accidents causing...
The ins and outs of North Carolina’s dog bite law
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 you sue the supermarket after your slip-and-fall accident?
Consumers in North Carolina might have questions about their rights to pursue financial relief if they suffered injuries in a supermarket. If a wet or otherwise slippery spot on the floor causes a slip-and-fall accident, or if a random object in an aisle leads to...
Times when PTSD falls under workers’ compensation
Injuries on the job occur, and when they do, you may have the right to get treatment under your employer's workers' compensation insurance coverage. While some injuries warrant immediate treatment, others may creep up. Psychological injuries in the workplace continue...
Medical malpractice claim follows discovery of surgical sponge
Reports of things that can go wrong during surgical procedures in hospitals nationwide, including North Carolina, can lead to anxious anticipation for anyone who is scheduled for surgery. A recent filing of a medical malpractice case in another state underscores the...
Will workers’ compensation benefits cover gas explosion?
Safety authorities expect employers in North Carolina to protect the health and safety of employees. While most employers comply with prescribed safety standards, unanticipated circumstances can pose safety hazards. This is when workers rely on the workers'...