Complex regional pain syndrome is a rare disorder that may arise after a serious injury or illness. CRPS, also called reflex sympathetic dystrophy, causes intense chronic pain without a detectable origin. Get the answers to common questions individuals have about...
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Can sun glare cause an accident?
As daylight savings time rolls around each year, sun glare can once again cause annoyance for anyone driving long distances. Dealing with light obscuring your vision in a car is an issue that often gets overlooked. As many as hundreds of people a year claim that sun...
Deadly left-hand turns and how motorcyclists can prepare
Motorcyclists are at a distinct disadvantage on the road for a number of reasons. Not only are they more vulnerable in a crash, they are also more difficult to see, and vehicle drivers often have a hard time judging their distance and speed because of their size. ...
What do you need to know about caught-in/between accidents?
On the construction site in North Carolina, you may already be familiar with the various types of accidents that could lead to a caught-in or caught-between injury. While any type of construction accident may result in horrific injuries, these may be particularly...
Understanding the extent of your workers’ compensation coverage
While it would be nice to have the reassurance that you will never get hurt while working at your job in North Carolina, that is a promise that simply cannot be made. Depending on the type of job you have, the risks you face are unique to your industry and require you...
3 steps after a workplace injury to receive workers’ compensation
Work injuries are commonplace in the field of construction. Under North Carolina law, you as a construction worker may be eligible to receive compensation if you sustain an injury when at work, and there are certain steps you can take to increase the likelihood of...
Drunk driving deaths rise in North Carolina in 2018
North Carolina residents have for many years now heard a lot about the dangers of drunk driving. Over the last couple of decades, efforts by groups like Students Against Drunk Driving, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, law enforcement agencies and more have tried to get...
What to know about uninsured motorist coverage
Not everyone on the road carries auto liability insurance. When an uninsured driver gets into an accident with another vehicle and causes injury to a motorist or passengers, it seemingly leaves the injured parties to cover the medical costs out of their own pockets....
What are the most common workplace injuries?
Workers in North Carolina are vulnerable to accidents and injuries on the job, especially when safety guidelines are not being met. According to the National Safety Council, a worker is injured on the job every seven seconds, which leads to 4.6 million injuries each...
Can my employer fire me for filing a workers’ comp claim?
If you get injured at work, you hope to get workers' compensation benefits. You may expect a few obstacles and complications when you file your claim, but sometimes the consequences are even worse. Your employer may terminate your job, cut your hours or punish you in...
