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Month: March 2021

Motorcyclist killed in Triangle Expressway crash

March 8, 2021

Motorcycle Accidents

A motorcyclist died in a crash on Sunday night on the Triangle Expressway, according to North Carolina State Highway Patrol. The wreck was reported at approximately 9:15 p.m. and it closed all northbound lanes a mile south of exit 2. The motorcycle accident occurred when a 44-year-old male biker who was travelling on the northbound lanes of […]

Congress considers strategies to reduce auto accidents

March 5, 2021

Car Accidents

Anyone in North Carolina who takes to the road will understand the litany of dangers that can come up without warning. Regardless of the type of vehicle a person drives, there is inherent risk. Often, that is due to other drivers. Trucks are large and intimidating with drivers who might be on the road for […]

How serious are repetitive stress injuries?

March 1, 2021

Workers Compensation

Repetitive stress injuries should not be taken lightly and can result in significant pain for sufferers which can also impact and limit their ability to work. Injured workers should be familiar with what repetitive stress injuries are and what they can do if they are impacted by them at work. What are repetitive stress injuries? Repetitive stress […]

The dangers of crush injuries in motor vehicle accidents

February 22, 2021

Car Accidents

Car accidents are dangerous. They involve large, moving objects that collide at high rates of speed with significant force. Though most of the vehicles that Cary residents drive are equipped with some important safety features like seatbelts, serious injuries are not always preventable when two vehicles crash. In some accidents, victims sustain serious crush injuries. […]

Common workplace injuries

February 17, 2021

Worker Safety

There are several types of injuries that can happen in the workplace, some of which may not be obvious. In North Carolina, employees may be entitled to workers’ compensation for injuries sustained on the job. Construction and manufacturing Construction and manufacturing employees can fall from ladders or rooftops and can be hit by falling debris. While they […]

Distracted driving is a major issue, especially among teens

February 12, 2021

Car Accidents

Distracted driving has garnered a lot of attention lately, especially texting while driving. Laws have been passed in many states, including North Carolina prohibiting texting while driving. Still, the problem persists. How big is the issue of distracted driving? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, across the U.S. more than 2,800 people lost their lives […]

What are the top four causes of construction worker fatalities?

February 3, 2021

Worker Safety

Construction work is an ongoing process in the North Carolina. Barely a day goes by when we do not see roadwork, the erection of a new building or the refurbishing of an existing building. However, construction is a dangerous profession, especially considering many construction workers work at tall heights and with heavy machinery. The following […]

Construction accident illustrates dangers of the profession

February 1, 2021

Workers Compensation

It seems like everywhere you look nowadays there are construction projects in the works. Most people don’t even give a second though about whether those construction sites are safe, but those who work in construction are well aware of the dangers. Heavy machinery, proximity to moving traffic, and job performance at great heights can put […]

Fatal auto accidents rose in North Carolina despite fewer drivers

January 20, 2021

Car Accidents

North Carolina residents have needed to adapt to the current health situation in various ways. From working at home to remote learning and canceling extracurricular activities and vacations, it has been a difficult transition. People have weathered the situation well. Even with that, there are still dangers that can cause injuries and fatalities. Taking to […]

Tips for living with a newfound disability

January 20, 2021

Serious And Catastrophic Injuries

A motor vehicle accident can be life-changing. For many victims, a car accident leaves them with serious injuries that are difficult to recover from, and the recovery process can be quite extended. This is especially true for those who have ended up with a disability on account of their wreck. These individuals may struggle to cope with […]

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Month: March 2021

Motorcyclist killed in Triangle Expressway crash

Congress considers strategies to reduce auto accidents

How serious are repetitive stress injuries?

The dangers of crush injuries in motor vehicle accidents

Common workplace injuries

Distracted driving is a major issue, especially among teens

What are the top four causes of construction worker fatalities?

Construction accident illustrates dangers of the profession

Fatal auto accidents rose in North Carolina despite fewer drivers

Tips for living with a newfound disability