In the state of North Carolina, the statute of limitations on a medical malpractice or medical negligence claim must be filed within three years if the Defendant is a private party, and within two years if the Defendant is a government agency. So when does the clock start ticking? Though statute laws…
Regardless of which medical impairment a person files a Social Security disability claim for, there are certain criteria that must be met, as defined by the Social Security Administration blue book. First, an impairment must be considered severe. This means that it should prevent a claimant from working full-time or performing…
On July 16, 2018, a workplace accident at the Campbell’s Soup Plant in Maxton, North Carolina, resulted in the death of one man, and left another injured. According to an article by the Charlotte Observer, a dumpster was being relocated by a forklift when it tumbled off, landing on top…
Every year, thousands of bicyclists travel on the roads for various reasons. Some want to get some exercise in, while others prefer avoiding the financial and environmental issues with cars. As the populations in major cities continue to increase, so do the number of bicyclists on every street corner, side…
According to a recent report, on Friday, July 6, 2018, an explosion in a North Carolina propane tank plant injured two workers. Though their injuries were considered non-life threatening, both workers were airlifted to a burn center. Susan Holder, Sampson County spokeswoman, told WSOC TV that an emergency call was…
The process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a very long, very arduous one for many people. Upon receiving a denial of an initial claim, then slogging through the process of filing a reconsideration, a large majority of applicants still find themselves denied. Then it is on…
Victims of car accidents need to know how to protect themselves when they have been injured by a negligent driver. You may wonder how you can best protect yourself when you have suffered harm as a result of a car accident that may include medical expenses, lost wages and emotional…
Construction is a demanding and exhausting industry to work in. The blue-collar men and women who build houses, repair roads and are sometimes literally in the trenches are the ones we have to thank for our nation’s ability to keep humming along. Jobsites are busy places filled with heavy machinery,…
It is important for workers to understand that they can expect to go to a safe workplace each day. A recent construction accident in Charlotte claimed the life of a 24-year old construction worker and many are asking for answers and demanding increased worker safety. The victim was killed in the construction…
Riding a motorcycle is a much-loved activity across the country, but it can be intimidating for new or inexperienced riders. If you’re interested in riding a motorcycle, you probably have a million different questions – mainly regarding the dangers of it. Here are answers to a few common questions new…