As first responders, firefighters put themselves in harm’s way for the public’s safety. As a result, firefighters face unique risks of injuries and illness that should be covered by the state’s workers’ compensation system. North Carolina’s workers’ compensation law...
Continue ReadingInjuries to ankles are common injuries in the workplace. If you’ve injured your ankle at work, you may worry about medical bills and income loss from taking time off. Workers’ compensation aims to ease this burden on the injured...
Continue ReadingChoosing the best personal injury lawyer for you is a lot like finding the right pair of shoes: they must be a good fit for the intended purpose. When you have an injury due to an accident, you probably...
Continue ReadingSuffering an injury on the job can be a stressful experience. You may wonder whether workers’ comp will cover any medical bills. You may also wonder whether your employer plans to offer light-duty work while you recover. Contact a...
Continue ReadingThe loss of a loved one is never easy. If someone is to blame for your loss, you may consider filing a lawsuit. In North Carolina, when a person dies due to another’s negligence, you may be able to...
Continue ReadingFollowing a work-related injury, it is common for injured employees and their families to be concerned about how they are going to make ends meet, especially when no paycheck is coming in. Knowing the waiting period for North Carolina...
Continue ReadingWhen evaluating workers’ comp vs. personal injury claims, there are a lot of similarities. Both serve to help the injured party deal with the financial burden stemming from their injury or illness, and both may be available to parties...
Continue ReadingCar accidents are challenging to deal with in the best of circumstances. But discovering that the person who caused your accident lacks automobile insurance can make a bad situation even worse. According to the Insurance Research Council, 12.6 percent...
Continue ReadingCalculating a rear-end collision settlement in North Carolina can be a complex process. Liability in rear-end accidents is not always as straightforward as you might imagine. And settlements depend on a variety of factors, such as the severity of...
Continue ReadingWorkplace injuries are an unfortunately common occurrence. Though workplace accident rates in North Carolina are slightly lower than the national average, many people are severely injured yearly. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics classifies severe injuries as those that...
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