It may seem hard to believe, but medical malpractice and negligence are blamed for more than 250,000 deaths annually in the United States, by some estimates. That is third behind only heart disease and cancer.…
The common conception of medical malpractice is that of worst-case scenario. Not all medical malpractice lawsuits are a result of the death of a loved one, however. There are many different ways doctors or medical…
In August, the Social Security Administration opened up a Cooperative Disability Investigations office (CDI) in North Carolina. The office is a joint venture between the State Bureau of Investigation and the inspector general. The agency…
Workers’ Compensation is an insurance program that provides financial support to employees injured on the job. The Federal government has regulations in place for the entire country such as mandatory coverage, but each state mandates…
Imagine the very frustrating scenario of being unable to work because of a disability. Through no fault of your own, your livelihood is at stake- you may be left wondering how you are going to…
Following a traumatic accident, most victims are solely focused on recovering from their physical injuries. However, while certainly severe, physical trauma is not the only obstacle you may face after an accident. Many people find…
Vehicle safety should be at the top of your priority list when it comes to keeping your passengers safe while on the road. In other words, maintaining a safe vehicle and remembering to drive safely,…
Just thinking about an accident with a big truck is scary. You can do your best to avoid a wreck, but accidents will happen- and an 18-wheeler truck is more likely to have larger blind…
Regardless of the circumstances, a car accident can cause irreparable harm to your life, or even result in fatalities. When the accident was the result of a DWI/DUI, your range of emotions could include anything…
Sobering data released from the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration revealed that in July of 2015, car accident fatalities were up 7.7 percent across the country. South Carolina’s state figures indicated a year-over-year traffic death…