Year: 2019

As the summer approaches and more people venture outside and into friends and neighbors' backyards, the chances for dog bites and attacks increase. To avoid a personal injury claim, it is important to be vigilant of possible dangers. Particularly in regard to dogs,...

Some seasoned motorcyclists ride their bikes throughout the year, but for most bikers in North Carolina and other states that experience harsh winters, motorcycles rarely come out of the garage until after the weather warms up. You may feel excited to uncover your...

Today’s nurses make their living in an inherently dangerous line of work, and the work-related hazards they face every day on the job are plentiful. While simply working in close proximity to ailing people has the potential to impact your health, nurses also...

Working in the humid North Carolina heat is not something everyone enjoys. As a construction worker, you must keep your eyes open and your body well-hydrated to keep from overheating.Aside from the heat in the summer, you need to keep an eye out for...

A physically demanding job can take its toll on your body, and an unexpected workplace accident may limit your abilities for the rest of your life. If you find yourself unable to work, your employer should provide some form of reimbursement.Laws regarding workers'...

Regardless of the industry in question, an injured worker needs to start the workers' compensation claims process as soon as the injury becomes apparent. However, there are some occupations that are more hazardous than others. Restaurant workers, including...

Perhaps you are a carpenter and have worked in construction all your life.Pain in your knees results from the kind of work you do, and the diagnosis is osteoarthritis. Are you eligible for workers’ compensation? What happensMost adults are familiar with knee...

Sustaining an injury at or acquiring a disease from work is a traumatic experience that can lead to years of physical and emotional pain. The beginning of recovery comes with filing a workers' compensation claim so you can receive financial support during this...

Dog bites happen far more frequently than most people realize. Over 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites in the United States every year. Fortunately, only one out of every five of these bites requires medical attention. Dogs bite for a litany...

Everyone knows that workplace injuries happen, but are you aware of how common they are? The numbers may surprise you. For example, an employee gets hurt on the job every seven seconds. Occupational injuries are far too common in the United States. All of...