Anyone who works on a construction site knows they can be dangerous. Two recent surveys reveal the percentage of construction site injuries is the largest share of any industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2014, of the 4,386 private workforce...
Have you suffered a restaurant or fast food worker injury? You may have a legal right to receive medical treatment as well as wage compensation for your lost time at work – even if you are not a full-time employee. Restaurant jobs pose many injury risks. A 2015...
A recent opinion by the North Carolina Supreme Court declared the cyberbullying statute unconstitutional. The decision affects both those charged with and convicted of a cyberbullying crime and those who have been victims. Cyberbullying Laws in NC: The History What...
Dust. It collects in corners and lurks under furniture. It harbors mites and triggers allergic reactions. Did you know that it can also be combustible or even explosive, and that it can be a deadly danger? Very few people imagine that dust is a factor in fire safety...
Beginning in July 2016, it’s going to be much easier to get traffic violation charges dismissed. North Carolina is introducing an alternative to appearing in court: the Electronic Compliance and Dismissal option (ECAD). Find out more about ECAD and how you can benefit...
Accidents at work often happen. Laws ensure that workers receive adequate treatment and compensation if they are injured on the job. But what happens when your physical injuries lead to anxiety and depression? One moment you have a great job and a cheery routine of...
