No profession is absolutely accident-or illness-free, which is why the North Carolina workers’ compensation program is so important. This system helps ensure medical support regardless of whether workers sustain injuries because of their own innocent mistakes or because employers fail to address unsafe conditions in the workplace. Unfortunately, independent contractors do not benefit from workers’… Read More
Contrary to common belief, individuals who participate in high-risk professions are neither more nor less likely to be liable for their own injuries. North Carolina law determines liability for all accidental injuries and fatalities based on a reasonable and prudent standard. A recent tragic case involving a race car driver illustrates how the standard works. Could Reasonable… Read More
Health care workers or individuals who work around small children are two examples of people who may be required to get vaccinated as a condition of employment. While our Charlotte workers’ compensation attorneys fully support the importance of taking action to avoid the spread of disease, there are some cases when vaccination recipients suffer serious… Read More
It is the law: North Carolina motorcycle drivers must carry licenses with motorcycle endorsements or motorcycle learners’ permits to operate motorcycles on public roads within the state. Even though similar requirements exist throughout the U.S., the 2013 statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show that fatally-injured motorcycle drivers were 17 percent more likely to be… Read More
Most people use certain cosmetic products every day, including fragrances, deodorants, makeup and facial cleansers. Those individuals generally are aware that the products contain many chemicals that make them work as expected. They may be less aware that potentially-dangerous chemical additives, such as parabens, serve as preservatives that extend the lives of the products by… Read More