Posts by Doug Petho
Child Injuries on Someone Else’s Property
Every child gets a bruise or a cut now and then. What children should never get is a trip to the hospital because someone didn’t make their safety a priority. Children need more protection because they often don’t appreciate dangers in the way that adults do. Injuries to children are more difficult to treat because…
Read MoreHow to File a Complaint Against a Nursing Home in North Carolina
Trusting a nursing home with someone you love isn’t easy. You hope they’ll be treated with kindness, respect, dignity, and care, but that’s not always the case. When something feels off, whether it’s unexplained bruises or a drastic change in your loved one’s mood, it can leave you rattled. Is it worth speaking up? Would…
Read MoreAre Mental Health Conditions Covered Under Workers’ Compensation in North Carolina?
Some days at work can wreck you. A bad meeting, a screaming boss, a project that implodes at the last minute. But what happens when a bad day turns into weeks of anxiety, sleepless nights, and depression you can’t shake? Could your mental health struggles qualify for workers’ compensation in North Carolina? It’s not a…
Read MoreAre Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in North Carolina?
You won a personal injury settlement. Maybe it wasn’t a courtroom showdown, perhaps it was settled quietly, but either way, the paperwork is signed, and the check is in your hands (or bank account). Cue the sigh of relief. But now comes tax season. And you start wondering if this money will come back and…
Read MoreImpairment Ratings for Workers’ Compensation Cases
Workplace injuries are more common than many realize. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2022, private industry employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. When a worker suffers serious injuries, determining the extent of the damage is crucial — not just for fair medical treatment but for calculating compensation. If…
Read MoreBiking Safety Tips to Remember
Bicycling has enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years for its various benefits: commuting, exercise, recreation, and even eco-conscious travel. This is especially true in urban centers like Charlotte. The biggest concern in biking, however, is safety. It’s no fun to think about the actual mechanics of the collision of a bicycle with a…
Read MoreThe Effects of an Undiagnosed Traumatic Brain Injury
The brain is the body’s command and control center, and brain damage can result in frightening consequences. The insidious aspect of traumatic brain injury (TBI) is that symptoms might take hours or even days to manifest. If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to a motorcycle accident, a slip and fall accident, a…
Read MoreUnderstanding Vocational Rehabilitation in North Carolina Workers’ Comp Cases
When you suffer a serious work-related injury such as a construction accident, the path forward can feel overwhelming, even with traditional workers’ compensation benefits such as wage replacement payments. Now, suppose you learn that you suffer permanent physical limitations that will prevent you from ever returning to your previous occupation. Alternatively, suppose your employer won’t…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Car Accidents
North Carolina roads see nearly 300,000 car accidents every year. Although the stress and confusion that follow a car accident are normal responses, confusion is not inevitable. The more you understand about how car accident claims work, the easier it will be to assert a successful claim. Following is a list of the top ten…
Read MoreHow Truck Crashes Can Lead to Personal Injury & Workers’ Comp Claims
Truck crashes are some of the worst accidents on our roads. In 2022, 5,837 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes across the United States. That’s not just a number — it represents thousands of tragedies. When these accidents happen while someone’s working, things get even more complicated. If you’re hurt in a truck crash…
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