Drivers who fail to adhere to stop signs before crossing through intersections may run the unfortunate risk of placing the safety of others nearby in jeopardy. While crashes involving such negligence can be dangerous under any situation, when motorcycles are involved,...
Year: 2023
Worker injured in North Carolina construction site
Falls at construction sites happen for various reasons, ranging from improperly installed scaffolding to defective ladders. These accidents often result in debilitating injuries or death. Reportedly, a construction field worker suffered serious injuries recently after...
If you work in a warehouse, you’re at risk for these injuries
In North Carolina and throughout the country, many people earn a full-time income working in warehouse distribution centers. Perhaps someone in your household works for Amazon or another major distribution company. Even if you or your family member work in a smaller...
Construction accident involving bulldozer proves fatal
The field of construction can be somewhat more dangerous than the average profession and incidents that occur on project sites can have disastrous, if not fatal results at times. Struck-by incidents remain a prevalent concern in this field and any type of incident...
Reasons an employer might dispute a claim for workers’ comp
A work-related incident could take place at any moment, and facing the fallout of such an accident can be a harrowing process. Not only could the accident pose a threat to your health and safety, but the financial challenges that arise during your recovery may also...
Promoting safety by knowing the signs of driver fatigue
While studies indicate that drivers may be more susceptible to experiencing fatigue during certain times of day, issues with drowsiness could set in at any moment. Since driver fatigue plays a role in many car accidents, finding ways to protect against similar issues...
What are some examples of steps to take after a collision?
While being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be daunting enough on its own, knowing how to handle the aftermath of the incident could also prove challenging. While it might not be possible to predict when a car accident will occur, preparing for the...
Common causes of fall-related construction accidents
While there might be a multitude of scenarios in which an accident might occur on a construction site, some safety hazards may remain more prevalent than others. For instance, studies indicate that fall-related incidents continue to be a leading cause of injury and...
Chapter 97 statute addresses workers’ comp death benefits
When a North Carolina worker dies, the state considers his or her spouse and children wholly dependent. Under Chapter 97 of the state’s general statutes, a widow, widower and children are the presumed dependents. This means that, as a spouse of a worker who has died,...
Head-on crash kills 3, injures 3 in North Carolina
When approaching a sharp curve on a two-lane road, taking care to reduce speed may be essential to maintaining proper lane control. Should a driver fail to take such measures and veer even slightly into the opposite lane, oncoming drivers might not be able to respond...