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Deadly jobs list includes usual suspects, some surprises
A recent list of this country’s deadliest lines of work includes some occupations that people in Charlotte, North Carolina, probably have for a long time recognized were dangerous. However, the list also includes some professions that people might not think of as particularly dangerous jobs, or, even if they do,…
3 disease conditions that result from asbestos exposure
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…
Statistics dispel some disability myths
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…
What you should know about occupational skin diseases
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…
Review of third party liability claims
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…
Man killed in Charlotte area hit-and-run
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,…
Understanding negligence can help victims win compensation
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…
Carpal tunnel syndrome is common in some industries
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…
What is OSHA’s role in a workers’ compensation claims?
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is a government agency in charge of keeping workers in North Carolina and other parts of the country safe. To do so, it implements and polices a number of safety regulations. Failing to abide by these regulations can result in fines…
Are you at risk of developing bursitis?
Repetitive motion injuries are becoming much more common in the workplace across many industries. For instance, if you work in construction and are performing the same tasks every day, such as using a drill, you may begin to develop bursitis. This is a repetitive motion injury that develops as inflammation…
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