Abuse of the elderly is a growing problem throughout the country. This is especially problematic as our aging population grows and more families make use of long-term care and nursing home facilities. It is important that you and your elderly family members know the risks and the tools you have […]
April 2, 2015 Medical Malpractice
Victims of medical malpractice not only suffer from physical and emotional injury, but crippling financial burdens as a result of their injuries. The need to pursue litigation and recoup the financial losses is an urgent and necessary need. However, because medical malpractice law varies from state-to-state, it is paramount that victims find […]
The Bureau of Labor & Statistics reported that there were nearly 3 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2012, and in 2013, there were 4,405 fatal occupational injuries across the country. North Carolina has laws in place that require employers to provide a safe and sanitary work environment in order to […]
Based on data released by the North Carolina Department of Labor, work-related deaths increased last year in the state, but the state’s injury and illness rate dropped. The State Department of Labor released its preliminary numbers on work-related fatalities throughout North Carolina. Forty-four people died in work-related accidents last year. This is nearly twice […]
