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National traffic deaths rose in 2020
There were 38,824 traffic fatalities in this county in 2020 according to data released last month by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This is the highest number of traffic deaths since 2007 even though the number of vehicle miles travelled…
After a car accident, how do I talk with 911?
Car accidents can be scary. Indeed, even just thinking about a car accident can be anxiety inducing, and so to is that first 9-1-1 call after a car accident. This can be true of those involved in the motor vehicle accident, and also for witnesses…
Types of commercial visas
The United States issues visas permitting non-citizens to enter the country temporarily for transacting business. They must comply with requirements concerning their business, income, and stay. Commercial visas Foreigners can start and own a business in this country without a business or commercial visa or…
Here’s how a criminal conviction could affect your life
Are you nervous about being charged with a criminal offense? If so, then you need to fully understand what’s at stake and how best to defend yourself. Those who fail to recognize the severity of the situation can end up accepting a plea deal that…
The basics of North Carolina workers’ compensation law
Workers injured in a workplace accident or who suffer a work-related illness are entitled to workers’ compensation. The process may be complicated, however, and workers must comply with procedural requirements. Coverage All businesses with at least three employees must have workers’ comp. insurance under the…
North Carolina sees link between car crashes and less enforcement
North Carolina drivers likely have noticed several trends in recent years. Because of national challenges that are still being addressed, fewer people were on the road. That might have been viewed somewhat positively as there was a reduction in traffic congestion. However, it simultaneously and…
What steps should I take following a workplace injury?
A workplace injury can be devastating for workers and their families. For that reason, injured workers should know how workers’ compensation benefits can protect them and what steps to take following a workplace accident. There are several steps injured workers should take after they have…
What should I do after a slip-and-fall?
Not many people think about the possibility of an accident while shopping at mall, eating at their favorite restaurant, or visiting a friend. Unfortunately, slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere at any time. These slip-and-fall accidents can result in traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, spinal cord…
Will telecommuting increase or decrease a worker’s exposure to injury?
While the early days of the pandemic featured numerous humorous anecdotes about workers having meetings interrupted by children, pets or neighborhood noise, the shift turned serious as organizations started struggling with more challenging questions. These questions focused in numerous complex areas including on-the-job injuries and…
Even seemingly minor crimes can lead to deportation
Many crimes can be grounds for the deportation of immigrants who live in the Charlotte area. Certain convictions can even mean that a permanent resident will have her status revoked and will have to return to her home country. It is also important to realize…
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