Firefighting is a high-risk profession, and one of the most pervasive dangers firefighters face is smoke inhalation. Over time, smoke inhalation can wreak havoc on your lungs and overall health. What happens when the exposure causes you to become...
Continue ReadingNavigating the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, particularly when the other driver is uninsured. It’s estimated that more than seven percent of drivers in North Carolina don’t have auto insurance. While North Carolina isn’t in the...
Continue ReadingAs a North Carolina State employee navigating a workers’ comp claim, you might be eligible for salary continuation benefits. Salary continuation lets an injured worker’s employer pay full wages and benefits after a job-related injury, instead of receiving temporary...
Continue ReadingYou might miss work for days, weeks, or even months when you suffer injuries in a North Carolina car accident. But you shouldn’t be forced to struggle financially because of another driver’s negligence. Fortunately, you can present a wage...
Continue ReadingGetting hurt at work can be harrowing, and even more so if you suffer more than one injury on the clock. If your work causes you to incur multiple injuries, workers’ comp can cover all necessary medical treatments and...
Continue ReadingWhen a vehicle hits a pedestrian, you might assume the driver was at fault. But can a pedestrian be at fault for causing a car accident? Yes, a pedestrian can be at fault, especially if they violate the rules...
Continue ReadingAs 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 ReadingGone are the days of catching a taxi on the street or ordering car services. Calling a car is easier than ever. At the touch of a button on your smartphone, you can have a car sent to you...
Continue ReadingWe take for granted how much we use our hands and wrists. This includes the time we spend at work every day. We have all had something happen to our hands and wrists. Our joints may be stiff, or...
Continue ReadingIf you work in the airline industry, you may face some specific challenges and hazards on a daily basis. If you’ve suffered injury in the course of fulfilling your work duties, you may be struggling with severe pain or...
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