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Drivers should remember to watch for motorcycles

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a time in which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourages motorists both in North Carolina and across the country to take the necessary steps to avoid collisions with motorcycles. As many people have probably noticed, more and more motorcycles are appearing on Charlotte’s…

Prom night a dangerous time for North Carolina teens

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Now that May has arrived, many high school students in the Charlotte area will celebrate the end of their school year by attending their school’s prom. Likewise, this is the season for graduation parties and other celebrations that young people love. Unfortunately, many teens choose to drink alcohol or use…

Soft-tissue injuries can halt your lifestyle completely

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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After a car accident, you may feel a sense of relief if you quickly assess yourself and do not feel any serious pain or obvious injuries. Hopefully, you truly escaped the accident without suffering any harm, but it is possible that you suffered injuries that you cannot feel — at…

Social Security fund for the disabled given new lease on life

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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According to those in charge, the trust fund that helps cover Social Security disability payments to injured and ill North Carolina workers has experienced a new lease on its life. Experts now say that the fund will run out of money by 2052. Last year, they predicted the fund would be depleted…

Worker killed in construction site accident

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Accidents can happen at any type of workplace, but the hazards at construction sites are especially dangerous. At a busy work site where heavy equipment and materials are moving around, any accident can easily turn deadly. A person described as a self-employed truck driver died in what police described as…

Social Security Disability and long-term disability benefits

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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When you suffer an injury and become disabled, you may want to look into obtaining Social Security Disability benefits. SSD benefits bring in a monthly income, allowing you to provide for yourself despite being unable to work. In addition to SSD, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income, which pays…

The link between medical malpractice and emotional trauma

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Dealing with medical conditions and procedures can create a lot of emotional stress. As a patient, you may be worried about your future health as well as the surgery that you will have to undertake. In addition to this preliminary stress, unsuccessful procuedures or unexpected medical issues can become too…

The costliest types of work-related accidents

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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There are many ways workers in Charlotte can get hurt while on the job. However, statistics show that there are some common causes of workplace injury accidents. While an insurance carrier compiled these statistics, the information comes from a variety of sources, including the federal government and a think tank. According to…

Dog bites can lead to personal injury lawsuits

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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National Dog Bite Prevention Week takes place this April. It is a time in which several organizations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, remind residents of Charlotte and other North Carolina communities of the important responsibility that pet owners and others have to keep people, especially children, safe around household…

Misdiagnoses lead to medical malpractice claims

On Behalf of Christian Ayers
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Charlotte, North Carolina, residents put a lot of trust in their doctors whenever they visit their offices. Basically, they expect that the doctor will be able to explain why they are feeling the way they are and then help them get better. This is precisely why people go to doctors…