After hearing that your loved one experienced a serious accident in North Carolina, the news of their having survived the ordeal is no doubt welcome. Yet that does not necessarily mean that they are out of the proverbial woods (particularly if they suffered something...
Drunk driving fatalities in North Carolina
During the summer and over holidays like the Fourth of July, Memorial Day or Labor Day, many efforts may focus on encouraging people not to drive if they choose to drink alcoholic beverages. Campaigns tout using designated drivers, rideshare services or other options...
How can I protect myself from pool liability?
As a pool owner, you have a responsibility to others to ensure it is safe. Whether you invite someone to swim or not, you are liable for injuries that occur. Therefore, it is in your best interest to make sure you implement safeguards for the area. The U.S. Consumer...
What remedy do I have after a dog attacked my child?
Dog bites that require hospitalization for your child's severe injuries could result in compensation. By filing a legal action against an animal's owner, the court may provide relief for medical bills, reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation. If you needed to take...
Detailing the concept of “termination for convenience”
Working contractually with your business partners in Statesville provides your company with a great deal of security. When that partner is a public entity, you may feel even more secure (given their perceived stability). Yet as many of our past clients here at Pressly...
Breaking down the Glasgow Coma Scale
As previous posts on this blog detailed, traumatic brain injuries can arise from much more common causes than you may think. Yet regardless of the cause of your loved one's TBI, your only question in the immediate aftermath of them sustaining one in Statesville is...
Questions and answers about custodial relocation
Imagine you’ve had custody of your children for years while living in the same town as their parent, who sees them on weekends. A job opportunity in the next state over comes up for you, but you’re left wondering: am I allowed to make the move and retain custody? What...
Construction site slips and falls can be catastrophic
Wherever they occur, slips and falls can cause serious injuries. When those accidents happen on construction sites, there can be serious consequences. Workers are often hurt or die after a construction site slip or fall. You need to understand how these serious...
Truck accident overview
Every day, most people successfully travel to and from their destinations without becoming involved in a traffic accident. However, not every commute has such a favorable outcome. Although it is unfortunate for those involved, crashes do occur. Any traffic accident...
What happens if a coworker caused my injury?
Unfortunately, most of us do not get to choose our coworkers. While usually everyone at your work site pulls together (hopefully), every once in a while, you may have to work with someone who cuts corners, ignores safety protocols or otherwise engages in dangerous...