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Workers’ compensation: Is that injury covered?

Workers’ compensation: Is that injury covered?

Most workers in North Carolina don’t encounter any physical danger in the course of their duties. However, it is still possible for an employee in any industry to…

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Couple fears neighborhood car accidents due to speeding

Couple fears neighborhood car accidents due to speeding

Most drivers understand that speeding can increase their risk of being in a car crash. However, driving faster than posted speed limits is still a very common infraction.…

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Workers’ compensation: Property company fined by OSHA

Workers’ compensation: Property company fined by OSHA

Most workplaces here in North Carolina and across the country will do whatever they can to keep their employees safe. Sadly, employees are sometimes hurt or even killed…

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14-year-old boy survives dog attack

14-year-old boy survives dog attack

Many people in North Carolina consider their pets to be members of the family and treat them as such. Sadly, there are some who may encourage their animals…

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The lifelong struggle of a traumatic brain injury

The lifelong struggle of a traumatic brain injury

A motor vehicle accident can result in injuries to any part of the body. One of the most devastating injuries to suffer in a crash is a traumatic…

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Fuel tank explosion may result in workers’ compensation

Fuel tank explosion may result in workers’ compensation

When workers report for duty each day, they probably don’t think that it could be their last. If an employee dies from an accident while on the job,…

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Motorcycle accidents: Biker dies, crash still under investigation

Motorcycle accidents: Biker dies, crash still under investigation

As the temperatures continue to warm, more and more people will take to the open roads on their motorcycles. Though this mode of transportation can be a great…

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Small OSHA violations may lead to workers’ compensation

Small OSHA violations may lead to workers’ compensation

Employees in North Carolina generally trust that their employer has their best interests in mind and will put their safety first. Though that is nearly always true, there…

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Do I qualify for workers’ compensation benefits?

Do I qualify for workers’ compensation benefits?

A workplace injury can quickly bring your world to a halt. Many things you and your family may have taken for granted must stop while you recover, including…

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Fatal car accident involves 5 different vehicles

Fatal car accident involves 5 different vehicles

With warmer weather approaching, many people say that the risks associated with wintertime driving are over. Though that is true, it doesn’t mean that motorists can let their…

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