Politicians have a habit of sneaking small pieces of legislation into bigger bills. The flagship measures of the bill garner all the attention, and most people do not realize what else it includes until after it has passed. The infrastructure bill that is currently...
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Common issues with workers’ compensation claims
Job-related injuries can impact an employer and employee for months or years following an incident. Depending on the severity and type of injury, an employee may have rehabilitation needs and follow-up treatments. In all this stress, it is important for employees and...
Is there a one-bite rule for dog attacks in North Carolina?
Dog bite attacks can lead to physical and psychological injuries for the human victim. Although many dog bites only leave minor puncture wounds, some can cause life-threatening injuries or permanent disfigurement. The victims of dog bite attacks are often left in an...
Your workers’ compensation payment rate in North Carolina
If you get hurt on the job or if your doctor diagnoses you with a medical condition related to your employment, workers' compensation insurance will pay for your treatment. You can also count on workers' compensation benefits to help replace your wages until you can...
Why car crash injuries in kids are such a big concern for parents
Motor vehicle crashes are very dangerous for children. The design of safety systems and restraints in most vehicles primarily focuses on adult drivers and passengers. Restraints and airbags alike can potentially injure children during a car crash. Without the right...
How a TBI can cause serious problems with other organs
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can lead to a multitude of symptoms caused by damage to this delicate and complex organ. These can include headaches, memory loss, dizziness and cognitive as well as sensory and central nervous system issues. It can also cause anxiety,...
Is some footwear safer to drive in than others?
Despite what many people believe, it is not illegal to drive barefoot in North Carolina or any other state. With temperatures in Cary hitting the 90s, you may be tempted to give your feet some air while driving. Yet you need to take care. What you wear, or do not...
Why exhausted drivers are a serious concern on the road
At certain times of the day, you are more likely to cross paths with drivers who are too exhausted to be safe. The nighttime is arguably when there are the most fatigued drivers on the road, but second- and third-shift drivers could be tired on the road any time of...
Do you need to look into vocational training after a work injury?
Recovery from a work injury often requires both time and support. You may need financial resources if you need to take a leave of absence from work to heal or to stay at a rehabilitation hospital. You may need medical coverage to get the treatment necessary to fully...
Breaking down the severe danger of a fall from a significant height
Workers do need to understand that all falls are dangerous. A fall on a level surface -- i.e., with no distance traveled at all, such as in a slip-and-fall accident -- can lead to serious injuries. They just get more serious the higher a person is when they fall. ...