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All personal injury claims are not equal when the case is being negotiated. This is especially true in North Carolina because the state uses the antiquated contributory negligence law that allows insurance companies and negligent parties to claim no liability when the injured victim is even slightly at fault for causing any accident that results…

The Social Security Administration has a range of federal benefits programs to help seniors and disabled individuals receive the financial support they need. The two most common programs are Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, and Supplemental Security Income, or SSI. For people in North Carolina navigating between these two programs, it’s important to know…

It is hot outside.  Very, very, hot outside.  For some of us folks who work inside, this may just mean the company pays a larger energy bill.  But for everyone else, this can make for a very hazardous situation.  Folks with jobs in construction, farming, fabrication, car washing, dog walking, catering, and everything else under…

Certain occupations in North Carolina carry a potential for specific types of injuries to workers in those industries. One of those occupations with specific common injuries is truck driving, and some of these are shoulder problems. This obviously occurs due to the strain put on the shoulders of drivers while in constant motion, not to…

Driving a truck is one of the most important jobs you can have, but it is also one of the most dangerous ones in North Carolina. Truck accidents happen all over the world every day for many reasons, including poor sleep, driving under the influence, and failure to follow traffic laws. Driving Under the Influence…

The nursing profession comes with many risks. For example, remaining close to sick patients could result in a nurse catching an illness. North Carolina health care facilities present other dangers to nurses, and severe injuries might result. Learning about possible injuries may decrease the chances of getting hurt on the job. Nurses Face Many Injury…

Unfortunately, the dangers for bicyclists on the road are considerable as drivers are not always kind or considerate. However, there are ways for North Carolina cyclists to protect themselves while biking. Safety Tips for Cyclists Motor vehicle accidents and bicycle accidents have quite a bit in common as both often involve one of the operators…

Most people experience hip or knee pain at some point in their lives due to the body’s natural wear and tear. However, repetitive tasks can accelerate this process and actually be responsible for knee pain that younger workers in North Carolina experience when on the job. Overuse is a common reason for injuries that can…

In the state of North Carolina, any friend or relative could nominate you to be the executor of their estate. This title may feel like an honor, but it also comes with a responsibility. Since most people have never executed an estate before, it’s easy to make mistakes if you don’t have an attorney present.…

If you’re in the trucking industry, one accident is enough to make you bankrupt in North Carolina. Today, trucking accident verdicts have led to increased insurance rates for American trucking companies, resulting in the resignation of carriers and unnecessary cost-cutting measures, such as scaling back on insurance. The reason for this is the rise of…