What a Workers’ Comp Attorney Can Do for You
Legal representation is the last thing that many workers consider when they are injured. Indeed, most workers are concerned with getting well as soon as possible so that they get back to work to provide for their families.. Read More>>
Traumatic Brain Injuries a Real Problem in U.S.
Traumatic brain injuries affect thousands of American families. According to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1.7 million individuals suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) every year. TBI issues are widespread, and there are a few essential pieces of information victims and their families should be aware of.. Read More>>
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s New CSA Initiative
Since the pilot began more than 18 months ago, commercial carriers had been adapting their internal processes and developing new measurement technologies to meet the requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Comprehensive Safety Analysis (CSA).. Read More>>
Semi Rear-End Crashes Often Prove Fatal
When it comes to a rear-end collision between a passenger vehicle and a semi tractor-trailer, the chances are that the passenger vehicle's occupants will suffer serious injuries or death, even at relatively low speeds... Read More>>
Distracted Driving Fatal for North Carolina Teen Drivers
According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle accidents are the leading causes of death for young Americans.. Read More>>
NC Rural Roads More Dangerous than Urban Roadways
America has millions of miles of country roads, paved and unpaved. They meander through some of the most scenic areas in the country and are also the main roadways for many Americans who live in rural areas. Unfortunately, these often scenic roads also contain the most potential for fatal auto accidents.. Read More>>
North Carolina’s Dangerous Roadways
North Carolina is keeping track of the state's most dangerous roads and intersections by entering crash data into a database that is available to the public through the North Carolina Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) website.. Read More>>
The Pseudobulbar Affect: Side Effect of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Pseudobulbar affect causes involuntary and unpredictable outbursts of laughing or crying that often occur in socially-inappropriate situations. A recent study revealed that many people who have experienced traumatic brain injury are unaware of this common condition - and in most cases, their doctors also had never heard of it. Read More>>
Did North Carolina Roads Get Safer During 2010?
Every year, ideas for the betterment and safety of the state roads of North Carolina are proposed, enacted and implemented. In examining the transportation change this past year, the American Automobile Association (AAA) of the Carolinas has released a report determining that some of the changes helped improve roadway safety, while others may have not had the positive consequence intended for North Carolina motorists. Read More>>
You Experienced a Motor Vehicle Wreck: Now What?
Every driver suffers a close call on the highway now and then, and a free pass to reflect on safe and defensive driving practices. But despite the safest habits, most drivers will eventually be involved in an car crash, truck wreck or other motor vehicle accident, from a mere fender bender to a catastrophic collision involving serious or fatal injuries. A few tips and strategies can help anyone who has suffered property damage or a personal injury to protect their health and financial interests going forward. Read More>>
Injured North Carolina Workers Not Covered By Workers' Comp May Have Recourse
Under the North Carolina Workers' Compensation Act, an employee who is injured on the employer's premises is eligible for compensation. However, as the recent case of Cardwell v. Jenkins Cleaner demonstrates, whether an injury occurred "on the employer's premises" can be a more complicated question than one might assume. Read More>>
New Efforts to Bring Awareness to the Dangers of Distracted Driving
Technology is designed to make us better off. From the practical to entertainment, these advances in creature comforts are designed to make us more comfortable.
Such is the case with the telephone. Starting with the rotary and corded phones, advancement first gave us the wireless phone and the answering machine. Now we have cell phones that go everywhere and do most things that a computer can do. These amazing devices allow us to make calls from nearly anywhere, send text and picture messages, and even send and receive important emails.
However, if technology is misused, that technology can be a danger to us and those around us. Such is the case with the cell phone - when used while driving. Read More>>
Police Pursuits and Personal Injury Lawsuits
A recent Charlotte, North Carolina, police chase demonstrates the danger of risky police pursuits. Innocent bystanders injured as a result of police pursuits or an officer's over exuberance may be able to recover compensation from police in a personal injury lawsuit.
Near a license checkpoint in Charlotte, Emmanuel Brown made a U-turn and drove away, arousing the suspicion of North Carolina State Troopers working at the checkpoint. Trooper Ari Benge began pursuing Brown with the lights and siren on his squad car activated. Read More>>
Improved Organization and Technology Reduce Medical Errors
Research has produced a three-pronged approach to reducing potentially fatal medical errors: health care providers can use simple checklists to organize tasks; make use of emerging cancer diagnostic technology; and convert paper hospital records to more easily tracked and updated electronic records. Read More>>
Radiation Concerns Over Airport Screenings Growing
As a frequent business traveler, Melissa Wilson might be expected to pass through new full-body imaging machines at security checkpoints in airports around the country. Instead, Wilson tells USA Today, she has gone through none at all.
The Florida management consultant says, "I've been screened zero times, and that number will remain zero."
Rather than use the new full-body imaging machines, she submits to screenings by metal detectors and pat-downs by airport security personnel. Like a number of other frequent fliers, Wilson is concerned about the cumulative effect of repeated exposure to the radiation emitted by the airport x-ray security systems. Read More>>
More Than Hot Coffee: Debunking Myths About Personal Injury Verdicts
The Internet is rife with misinformation about outrageous personal injury verdicts that simply never happened. Even mainstream media accounts can sensationalize the results of personal injury cases while leaving out details that make a significant difference.
Because myths about personal injury lawsuits abound, some people think they will become millionaires if they slip and fall in a supermarket. In reality, though, verdict and settlement information found online and in newspapers cannot always be relied upon. This is why it is important for injured people to promptly consult with a personal injury attorney regarding any legal claims and expectations they may have. Read More>>
An Afternoon on a Backyard Trampoline Could Mean a Lifelong Spinal Injury
The story is familiar, yet always unique. It's the tale of a teenager bouncing happily on a trampoline, only to land in an agonizing pain that changes life forever.
The story has recently come from Tennessee, where 16-year-old David Anderson III sprang from a trampoline into a swimming pool at a friend's house. As happens far too often, he landed badly and is now partially paralyzed after damaging two vertebrae. Read More>>
Study Details Possible Causes of Brain Injury and Neurological Diseases
A Bump on the Head Now Can Have Long-Term Effects
For years, the National Football League (NFL) denied that repeated concussions and head injuries sustained during brutal league play were connected to a disturbing number of dementia cases in retired players. Recently, however, new research may indicate that head trauma may be a cause of early death and disability in many professional athletes. Read More>>
Dangerous Dogs: What to Watch Out for and How to Handle a Dog Bite
In early August, a woman in Fayetteville, North Carolina, was attacked by pit bull terriers while out for an afternoon walk. Dog attacks such as this one are quickly gaining national attention and spurring continued debate about leash and dog attack laws.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs every year. While 1,000 people per day are treated in emergency rooms for dog-bite-related injuries, some attacks are more fatal. So far in 2010, there have been at least 21 dog-attack-related deaths, and many of the victims have been small children. Read More>>
One in 12 Drivers Admit to Driving Drunk
If you drove anywhere over Labor Day weekend you likely saw signs about increased drunk driving enforcement. For most, these ad campaigns are no surprise, since they typically appear at peak travel times during holidays each year. This $13 million national campaign to raise public awareness is only part of the government's continuing efforts to crackdown on the ongoing epidemic of drunk driving.
A recent survey by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) examined America's attitudes and tendencies towards drunk driving. One in 12 drivers admitted to driving while drunk at least once in the past year. That means at least 17 million people each year drive drunk. Read More>>
More Motorcycle Fatalities During North Carolina Summers
Summertime in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina means everything from golfing to rock climbing. Unfortunately for motorcycle enthusiasts, it also means increased motorcycle accidents and fatalities on mountain roads. Law enforcement officials attribute this to increased motorcycle tourism in western North Carolina during the summer vacation months. The area is described as a hotbed of tourism, with attractions such as Harrah's Casino and Dollywood. Read More>>
Dangerous Products: Dealing with Recalls and Protecting Your Rights
With the recent deluge of product recalls, it is difficult for consumers to stay abreast of the ever-expanding list of dangerous merchandise. During the month of July 2010 alone, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced recalls for more than 20 products. According to The Detroit News, automakers have recalled over 10 million vehicles in the first six months of 2010.
From two million drop-side cribs that pose strangulation risks to 12 million collectible glasses with movie-character designs that contain cadmium, there are millions of potentially-dangerous products distributed to and recalled from consumers each year. Even if they are able to identify a recalled item in their home, the next step for consumers to take is often unclear. Read More>>
