There are two government programs that you absolutely need to know about. One is called the Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) program. The other is called the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. Together, these programs make up what is commonly referred to as “disability.” When your neighbor tells you that they are on “disability,” it …
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Every employee makes an agreement with their employer when they show up for work. The employee agrees to exchange time for dollars, with the presumption that when those hours are complete, they will be able to return home in essentially the same condition as they arrived. Your employer has a legal duty to protect you …
We all have our favorite shops. Some of us prefer large national chains with every brand under the sun. Some of us prefer a small town, mom-and-pop, experience. But all of us expect that the store will take care to prevent us from being injured when we pay them a visit. It seems simple, and …
There are plenty of behaviors that can influence the likelihood of a traffic accident. Driving while tired is one well-known factor, as is distracted driving. North Carolina motorists should be aware that following another car is a risk factor, too. While this may be unexpected, research shows that people following a friend are more likely …
President Donald Trump recently proposed a Social Security reform bill. Many individuals who plan to apply for or who already receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) may lose their monthly payments if this new legislation goes into effect. Right now, individuals must go through a rigorous vetting process to see if they …
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There\’s generally a lot of action that\’s going on in parking lots any time of the year; however, they become even busier during the holiday season as consumers run in and out of stores trying to get everything done in advance of parties and other festive occasions. Data compiled by the National Safety Council (NSC) …
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Unfortunately, car accidents often result in injury. But sometimes, your injuries might not be apparent to you from the outside. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are common types of injuries that can occur after a car accident. A TBI happens after a sudden jolt or blow to your head, an all-too frequent occurrence in car crashes. …
Most workers who are injured in Goldsboro or elsewhere in North Carolina work for businesses and corporations that employ more than a handful of employees. Owners of almost every business of any size are required to maintain workers\’ compensation insurance to remain in compliance with state law. Employees who are injured or become ill on …
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Data published by the National Safety Council (NSC) captures how a new employee is injured every seven seconds here in North Carolina and the rest of the country. This means that 510 workers are hurt each hour or 12,600 of them are injured each day. Around 4,600,000 individuals are hurt on the job each year. …
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One of perhaps the most catastrophic types of tractor-trailer accidents that can occur is an underride accident. It\’s the type of crash that involves a motorist\’s car getting stuck under the side or rear portion of a truck\’s trailer. While many trucks currently come equipped with side and rear bars to prevent these types of …
