Doctors and scientists agree that there is no safe level of exposure to asbestos. Even if it’s a small quantity of the substance that you happen to inhale at work one day, it could result in your suffering from lung cancer, mesothelioma or asbestosis. Symptoms of asbestos-related diseases Here are…
Some recent statistics about who is getting Social Security Disability payments sheds some light on exactly whom this program is serving most often. The statistics may also help dispel an unfortunate misconception that people only pursue SSD benefits when they do not want to work. The reality is that most…
Studies have shown that an estimated 13 million workers across the United States are at risk of chemical exposure through the skin. In fact, occupational skin diseases rank second among the most common types of occupational diseases that workers suffer. Those who are at the highest risk include people working…
Although this blog has in the past mentioned the concept, it may be helpful to injured workers in the Charlotte area to have a review on exactly what a third party liability claim is, specifically with respect to workplace injuries. Knowing this information can help an injured North Carolina worker…
A man who was a well-known senior citizen in the Charlotte area has died after being hit by a car while crossing the street. This was a hit-and-run accident, as the driver of the vehicle fled the scene after striking the man. Police later tracked down the driver and arrested him,…
This blog has discussed many different situations in which a Charlotte, North Carolina, victim can receive compensation for his or her injuries. For instance, in many cases, a Charlotte resident will get hurt in a car accident, motorcycle accident, or truck accident that is the fault of one of the…
Many job duties require repetitive motions of the hand and wrist. This is common for cashiers, construction workers and factory workers. Unfortunately, not all employers take steps that minimize the stress on their employees. One repetitive motion injury that might occur is carpal tunnel syndrome. This can make doing almost everything…