If you have suffered severe injuries in a car crash or even a slip-and-fall accident, financial compensation is of vital importance. The treatment costs for such harm can reach several hundred thousand dollars in many cases. Most Charlotte, North Carolina residents...
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Charlotte anti-discrimination law takes effect in the new year
Earlier this year, the Charlotte City Council voted to include additional protected classes in employment to those already included under North Carolina state law. The ordinance, which passed unanimously, takes effect on Jan. 1, 2022. The new protected classes are...
How likely is a rejection for your SSDI benefits application?
People turn to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits during difficult times. Both catastrophic injuries and disabling medical conditions may qualify a working adult for SSDI benefits, provided that the condition is severe enough and will last for a year...
Exhaustion contributes to poor trucker performance and crashes
The American economy never sleeps, which means that truckers often don't get to sleep either. There is constant demand for goods and raw materials, and the commercial trucking industry provides a crucial service for the American economy. Land transportation helps keep...
3 safety measures that can prevent slip-and-fall injuries
Slip-and-fall accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury in the United States. The most dangerous aspect of slips and falls is that they can happen anywhere. Whether in the workplace, in public or in a residential setting, people always need to be...
How long do you have to file an injury lawsuit in North Carolina?
A car accident can leave you physically and mentally shaken. If you have sustained an injury as a result of someone else’s negligent or reckless acts, you might be eligible for compensation for your damages. Should you choose to follow through with your claim, it is...
Do police officers stereotype teens?
When a police officer sees a teenager, that teenager may be wary of the officer as an authority figure. They may not trust them. They may assume that the officer sees them the same way. Does this happen? Over the years, there has undoubtedly been evidence that the...
When can the police enter your home without a warrant?
Once police officers suspect that you've committed some kind of criminal activity, they may take aggressive steps to collect evidence against you. Often, searching your home will play a big part in the process of building a case against you. You probably know that if...
What’s the burden of proof in a personal injury case?
A personal injury arises when one suffers harm or injury as a result of another party's negligence. Settlements for such claims may be made in or out of court, depending on whether the parties involved can reach an agreement on their own. What does it take, however,...
What’s the status of medical marijuana in North Carolina?
Despite its federal status as a Schedule 1 drug, marijuana has dozens of known medical uses. The Schedule 1 classification means that there is no known medical use for marijuana and that it poses a high risk of abuse and danger to the public. Many people disagree with...