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North Carolina not enforcing workers’ anti-retaliation law
North Carolina law prohibits retaliation against workers who may file work-related injury claims and reveal safety hazards and wage-and-hours violations. But the state’s weak enforcement record on this Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act jeopardizes workers’ compensation and other worker rights. REDA REDA was passed one year…
What do you do if you’re hurt in a crash but don’t speak English?
There are many people in the United States who don’t speak English as a first language. Many speak English as a second language or barely speak any at all. There is no shame in that, and your language should not be a barrier thanks to…
These are 3 of the most common causes of hospitality injuries
Working in hospitality, there are many things you could do that may lead to injuries. You could accidentally slam your hand in a doorway. You could trip and hit your head on the side of the hotel pool. You could throw your back out while…
What is reckless driving?
You can make the argument that driving over the speed limit is a “reckless” decision, but simply going five miles per hour over the posted limit isn’t enough to get a reckless driving charge all on its own. How does the law define reckless driving?…
Being an immigrant in 2020 can take a psychological toll
It’s not easy being an immigrant these days. It can be incredibly stressful on many fronts. That doesn’t mean there are not major upsides, but one also has to understand the challenges faced by immigrants in 2020. Professionals note that there is a potential psychological…
What should I do if I’ve been involved in a car accident?
Sometimes plans or days don’t meet your expectations. But what happens when an accident disrupts your day? Or, more specifically, how should you deal with the aftermath of a car accident and the injuries that have resulted? When you get an accident, a million details…
Did the police have a reason to stop you and charge you with DWI?
Last night the police pulled you over and charged you with driving while intoxicated (DWI). If the court finds you guilty, you could face prison time or community service. You could lose your license or have to drive with an ignition lock. If you are…
What is a cognitive driving distraction?
Manual and visual driving distractions, two of the three main categories, tend to be fairly obvious even to those who engage in them. Say you bend over to pick up a cellphone that fell onto the floor after it slipped out of your pocket. You’re…
The percentage of immigrants in the United States
Immigrants have always been a fundamental part of the makeup of the United States. Almost everyone who lives in the country is either an immigrant or descended from one. That importance still exists today and this country continues to be a hub for immigration in…
Do I need an attorney after a car accident?
Car accidents happen in an instant, but the consequences can last for years or longer. The steps a crash victim takes to defend their best interests following an accident shapes how well they can recover from the incident. But do crash victims need an attorney…
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