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North Carolina Workers’ Comp Claims for Heat-Related Injuries

The summer months may be winding down, but the North Carolina heat will likely carry over into the fall. As extreme weather systems and heat waves continue around the U.S., individuals with jobs that expose them to high temperatures are increasingly at risk of suffering…

By Ben Whitley

/ 29 Aug 2023

North Carolina Workers’ Comp Claims for Heat-Related Injuries

What Does North Carolina Workers’ Comp Pay?

Regardless of the industry, countless dangers in every workplace put employees at risk of minor to catastrophic injuries that require temporary to permanent time off work. Vehicle incidents, slips, trips, falls, being struck by an object or machinery, overexertion, and exposure to harmful substances

By Ben Whitley

/ 17 Jul 2023

What Does North Carolina Workers’ Comp Pay?

Fired After Filing a North Carolina Workers’ Comp Claim? What’s Next?

Almost 68,000 workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in North Carolina in 2021, and 179 were fatal. While some professions are more dangerous than others, workplace injuries can happen anywhere and to anyone and are costly. The impact of a workplace accident can be life-changing…

By Ben Whitley

/ 19 Jun 2023

Fired After Filing a North Carolina Workers’ Comp Claim? What’s Next?

Workplace Injuries That Could Require a North Carolina Workers’ Comp Attorney

No one expects to get injured on the job, but it’s true for thousands of North Carolina workers yearly. Workplace injuries affect people from all sectors, although some positions are more dangerous than others. You’ll be expected to file a workers’ comp claim if you…

By Ben Whitley

/ 22 May 2023

Workplace Injuries That Could Require a North Carolina Workers’ Comp Attorney

Follow These Steps After a North Carolina Workplace Injury

In 2021, 67,700 workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in North Carolina. A total of 179 fatal work injuries occurred, with transportation accidents being the most common cause of death. Exposure to harmful substances or environments, followed by slips, trips and falls, accounted for the…

By Ben Whitley

/ 18 Apr 2023

Follow These Steps After a North Carolina Workplace Injury

North Carolina Workers’ Compensation: Do I Need An Attorney?

Even when businesses take safety precautions, employees get hurt on the job. In 2021, private employers in North Carolina reported 67,700 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. After a workplace injury, your focus will be on your health. You…

By Ben Whitley

/ 14 Mar 2023

North Carolina Workers’ Compensation: Do I Need An Attorney?

North Carolina Winter Driving Safety Tips

North Carolina’s winter months can produce snow and ice, some of the most dangerous conditions to drive in – especially black ice, a thin layer of invisible ice. Although the heaviest snowfall in the state is in our more mountainous regions, the Raleigh area receives…

By Ben Whitley

/ 14 Feb 2023

North Carolina Winter Driving Safety Tips

What Are Common Injuries from North Carolina Car Accidents?

When you get behind the wheel, a car crash is often the last thing on your mind. It’s easy to get lulled into a sense of safety while navigating roads, but North Carolina car accidents are unfortunately typical. Last year, nearly 1,800 people were injured…

By Ben Whitley

/ 12 Jan 2023

What Are Common Injuries from North Carolina Car Accidents?

Do North Carolina Car Accidents Peak During the Holidays?

North Carolina roads are packed during the holidays. You might hop in the car for a long drive to visit loved ones, shop for gifts, or to attend a festive holiday party. A North Carolina car accident is probably the last thing on your mind…

By Ben Whitley

/ 14 Dec 2022

Do North Carolina Car Accidents Peak During the Holidays?

Steps to Take After a North Carolina Car Accident

The numbers speak for themselves. Last year, North Carolina saw more than 276,000 traffic accidents; in the first half of 2022, there were 806 car crash fatalities. It is clear that drivers need an abundance of caution when behind the wheel in North Carolina. Whether…

By Ben Whitley

/ 12 Oct 2022

Steps to Take After a North Carolina Car Accident

New Statistics Show Car Accident Fatalities Still on the Rise

As the U.S. returns to a semblance of normalcy not seen since before COVID-19 spread across the country in early 2020, roads and highways have emerged as an increasingly dangerous and deadly place. The latest national statistics show car accident fatalities are on the rise.…

By Ben Whitley

/ 14 Sep 2022

New Statistics Show Car Accident Fatalities Still on the Rise

Top Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Attorney

Hundreds of thousands of car crashes happen in North Carolina annually, and fatal collisions are rising. The days after a car accident are often a blur. Your mind will swim as you heal from injuries, navigate insurance claims, wait on vehicle repairs, and figure out…

By Ben Whitley

/ 18 Aug 2022

Top Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Attorney