Commercial trucks typically weigh over 30,000 pounds, and that does not include the weight of any freight it carries. Seeing as how a passenger vehicle is just around 4,000 pounds, a collision between the two vehicles has the potential to be devastating. Driver error...
If you sustained serious injuries in a car accident, you are likely concerned about a growing tally of medical expenses. It is even more challenging when a crash reduces your ability to earn an income. North Carolina’s car insurance laws require drivers to have a...
Those eligible for social security disability insurance may find themselves dealing with tax complications during the next filing period. Not all recipients must pay taxes on the benefits, and it depends on meeting the income threshold. IRS tax requirements According...
Social Security Disability benefits can be lifesaving if you are no longer able to work due to a disability. However, applying for and receiving SSDI benefits is not always an easy process. Technically, you do not need to have an attorney to apply for SSDI, but there...
If you have a disability, your social security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits might be a necessary source of income. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) might deny your application. You can always appeal, though. There are four stages to the...
A workplace injury can happen to anyone, but when it keeps you from working for an extended period, you may worry about how you will support yourself and your family. Your North Carolina employer must offer workers' compensation insurance to ensure your right to a...
If you have gotten injured at a job, you may wonder what your options are. You may also wonder if your specific injury will qualify. While it can be a difficult situation to go through, that does not mean you are without options. By learning more about common...
What do construction workers, roofers and laborers have in common? Quite a lot. Not only do many of their duties overlap, but they also face a high level of physical risk on the job. Because of this, many workers in this field will need to know as much as possible...
Injuries take place as a result of any number of actions or failures to act. Though you incurred an injury at work, in some instances a third party could bear the responsibility for the damage caused. In certain cases, your employer may contract with other companies...
An accident at work can happen when you least expect it. Depending on the situation, you could sustain serious injuries that make it difficult to get back to work and perform the functions of everyday life. When you get hurt on the job, you can become eligible for...