Many products designed for babies are designed to keep them safe. These include specialty car seats, cabinet locks, corner cushions and more. But some items seemingly advertised as infant safety devices do more harm than help. Such is the case with Otteroo and its...
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Attempts to stem the tide of increasing motor vehicle accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently reported that approximately 60,000 rear-end crashes involved heavy trucks or buses colliding with vehicles annually. In contrast, the number of deaths reduced slightly during the previous year. In...
FAQ: The North Carolina workers’ compensation application process
Injuring yourself on the job can cause considerable stress. Nevertheless, North Carolina designed its workers' compensation benefits to give you the financial support you need while you recover. Familiarizing yourself with the application process can help reduce some...
Speeding and the severity of traffic crash injuries
Many different factors can lead to a devastating traffic collision, from weather conditions and bad signage to intoxicated or distracted drivers. All drivers should realize that speeding not only increases the likelihood of a collision on the road, but it also results...
How a premarital home purchase could factor into a divorce
Divorce proceedings in North Carolina involve dividing assets. If you bought a house before you got married, you might wonder if this property will be part of the assets to divide in your divorce. The process of dividing property may feel complicated during a divorce,...
4 steps to take after you are hurt as a construction worker
Working in the construction industry demands physical exertion and exposes individuals to potential hazards. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries can occur, impacting the well-being and livelihood of construction workers. If you sustain an injury while working on a...
Protecting your loved ones from nursing home neglect
While you may not want to place your elderly loved ones in a nursing home, you may have no choice. They may need more care or companionship than you have the time or capacity to provide. You may naturally experience worries about their safety, especially with the many...
Who is at fault for a U-Turn accident?
U-turns are sometimes a necessary driving maneuver. However, because the person making the U-turn must account for oncoming traffic and vehicles making turns from cross streets, U-turns can be dangerous. Who is at fault when a U-turn accident happens? Legality of the...
Steps for surviving the immediate financial burden of a divorce
Few people enter a marriage thinking about the future potential for a divorce. If they did, more couples would sign prenuptial agreements. If you believe a divorce is imminent or the marriage starts to falter, you can take steps to protect yourself and still get a...
Falls the top cause of injuries, fatalities among older adults
Many older adults living in North Carolina have certain risk factors that make them more likely to fall than younger individuals. Many older adults also face certain environmental hazards that make them more prone to falling, many of which are preventable. Because...