North Carolina Legal Blog
No matter how experienced and cautious you are as a motorcyclist, you face an ever-present risk of a crash when riding on the road. Many motorcycle accidents are caused by automobile drivers who are not alert for motorcycles. Unfortunately, even when an automobile driver is at fault, the motorcyclist typically suffers the brunt of the…
Numerous truck accidents occur in North Carolina each year, despite traffic laws intended to prevent them. Accidents involving 18 wheelers and other commercial trucks result in serious injuries and fatalities, usually to the occupants of smaller vehicles involved in the collision. Truck crashes may be caused by driver error, speeding, distraction, or a trucking company’s…
Workers in North Carolina and elsewhere may be putting their lives at stake each time that they report for duty. According to a report by the AFL-CIO, 5,333 workers were killed on the job in 2019, which is an increase from the death toll in 2018. As many as 95,000 more died because of exposure…
Many people consider winter to be the most dangerous time of year for slip-and-fall injuries. While black ice may be a common cause of falling injuries, it is not the only one. The autumn season brings many of its own causes to these types of injuries, and it is vital not to underestimate the damage…
Laws of physics are exactly the same in North Carolina as they are in San Francisco, Tokyo, Paris and every other place on the planet. Those laws go into action every time two cars collide. The results of each collision are determined by a wide variety of factors such as speed, point of contact, directions…
Underride accidents on North Carolina highways can lead to serious injuries or death. Some believe that federal regulations could help reduce the likelihood of these crashes taking place. The legislation called the Stop Underrides Act of 2021 would require underride guards on the front and sides of many trucks. It would also increase standards for those…
American employees are mostly unaware that, in many states, workers’ compensation covers them for mental distress known as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Military veterans exposed to shocking experiences during active duty service can develop PTSD; however, civilians can also develop PTSD if they are involved in or witness a traumatic event. Many workers in high-accident professions…
Employers in North Carolina are generally required to report workplace fatalities and significant injuries to OSHA. However, according to the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General (OIG), there needs to be more done to ensure that underreporting does not occur. The report found that some employers are not fixing errors and that some companies…
North Carolina businesses should be aware that OSHA is reminding employers to take extra steps this holiday season to protect worker safety and pay. OSHA is especially concerned about large crowds during sales events and unpredictable scheduling. Steps to Stay Safe Retail employers need to be especially cautious around the holiday season to keep their…
Even in North Carolina, the ground can be covered in ice and snow during the winter months. This can create treacherous conditions for workers to be exposed to. It can also lead to equipment malfunctions and hazards if they are not taken care of properly. For instance, a snow blower can get clogged with snow…
