As in other states, North Carolina requires that most employers carry workers’ compensation insurance to ensure that employees receive financial assistance in case of a job-related accident, injury or illness. However, sudden injuries are only part of the picture....
The recent news that North Carolina has lifted social distancing rules in places such as restaurants has been a long time coming during the COVID-19 pandemic. As restaurants try to get back to normal, these businesses welcome customers who venture out for breakfast,...
Back pain is one of the most common complaints that drive individuals to the doctor's office. MedlinePlus states that 80% of people suffer it at least once in their lifetime. Despite the frequency of their occurrence, back injuries often end up dismissed as fake or...
Drivers in North Carolina often feel like they are in enough control of their vehicle to multitask behind the wheel. However, distractions are a common cause of car accidents. Whether a driver has a lot of experience or not, they shouldn’t ever fully trust in their...
With bipartisan support, a bill safeguarding physicians, nurses, social workers, emergency responders and others passed the U.S. House of Representatives in mid-April. The tally was 254-166, with 38 Republicans voting for the bill. Titled the Workplace Violence...
Millions of older Americans who need help with daily living rely on nursing home care. Unfortunately, too often nursing facilities may try to cut corners to increase their own profits. Poor hiring practices, understaffing, lack of caregiver training or lack of proper...
Strokes are alarmingly common in North Carolina and across the country. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports an American suffers a stroke every 40 seconds. Regrettably, someone dies from of stroke every four minutes in the U.S. A stroke...
Because of their height, children are particularly vulnerable to backover accidents. In fact, thousands of kids either die or sustain serious injuries in backover accidents every single year. To avoid a catastrophe, it is important to always look for children before...
Nearly every home renovation includes work that must be done in the kitchen. From new floors to modern cabinets, homeowners wish to give parts of their house an upscale feel. Many times, they will elect to use engineered stone as an upgrade to their existing...
After a member dies unexpectedly, families may be unaware that they can receive legal compensation for final expenses and other losses. North Carolina hears wrongful death cases when evidence may show that negligence caused the fatality. These are the most common type...