Call Us 919-240-4054Willard Lockhart, a Charlotte North Carolina truck driver, was hired by Ready Trucking to drive an eighteen-wheeler truck on routes all over the eastern United States. When the transfer truck was blown off of a North Carolina highway, his employer denied that his injuries were their responsibility. Mr. Lockhart was told that he was an […]
More on the Talcum Powder and Cancer Connection
Here in hot North Carolina, baby powder can feel like a necessity. But just for adults, please, unless it’s made with something other than talc! Baby powder containing talc bears a warning label to keep it out of the reach of children. Many pediatricians discourage its use with babies, because if they inhale the particles […]
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Some conditions that were caused by work are payable under workers’ comp even when there is no accident.
Most people know that workers who get a condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome from a job that requires strenuous, repeated hand movements sometimes can get workers’ comp benefits. But why some other conditions are occupational diseases and payable under workers’ comp is not as well understood. Some occupational conditions are listed in the workers’ comp […]
Beat the heat! How to stay safe when the temperature rises.
This week is a scorcher!! From New York all the way to North Carolina, the National Weather Service has issued warnings of a heat wave on the east coast. In addition to staying indoors and out of the sun, here are some tips for safety in the heat. On the job WATER: Be sure […]
Victory in the Fight for Strippers’ Rights
Last week the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a unanimous decision protecting the employment rights of exotic dancers under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and Maryland wage and hour laws. The decision upheld a previous district court ruling in Maryland finding that the group of dancer plaintiffs were employees, not independent contractors, and […]
How Can You Stay Safe at Work After the Orlando Shootings?
Two terrible events in Orlando, Florida, rocked the country this weekend. Singer Christina Grimmie was gunned down after a performance and while she was signing autographs. More than 100 patrons and employees were killed and injured when a gunman terrorized the Pulse nightclub. Both of the horrible acts were committed by a gunman in a […]
Eight Essential Rules to Keep Kids out of Danger in Public This Summer
Summer is a time for families to enjoy spending time with each other and relax. Taking a little time to develop some family rules will ensure that you and your children have fun and stay safe this summer. Here are some guidelines and ideas that you can follow. When attending events with small children and/or […]
Types of Workers Compensation Benefits North Carolina
Workers’ compensation benefits are based on disability. The amount of disability is based on wages and the ability to earn them. Main Takeaways: In workers’ compensation, disability means the loss in an employee’s ability to work. There are three main categories in calculating an employee’s workers’ compensation payout: if the employee can’t work at all, […]
Four Signs That Should Make You Ask If You Have The Right Lawyer
When you hire a lawyer, you expect him to know the law and to know what strategy to use in your case. You expect that he is looking out for your interests, to fight hard when appropriate and to advise you when continuing the fight may not be productive. But how do you know if […]
