SCOTUS Rules State Can Seek Recovery of Future Medical Expenses from Injury Settlements
On June 6, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision on Gallardo v. Marstiller (No. 20-1263), ruling that the Medicaid Act does not preclude Florida’s policies dictating how the state secures Medicaid reimbursements from third parties. In doing so, they ruled that Florida can seek reimbursement from personal injury settlement payments allocated for future,…
Read MoreWhy Overboard Accidents Are So Often Fatal
One of the most popular activities during the summertime, especially here in the Charlotte area, is boating. Whether you and your family like to fish or just enjoy being out on the water, boating is a really fun and accessible activity for many people. However, your day out on the water can turn to tragedy…
Read MoreFather and Son Killed When Drunk Driver Hits Golf Cart
A recent accident in Statesville left two dead and four critically injured when a suspected drunk motorist crashed into a golf cart, according to authorities. The fatalities included a 39-year-old man and his five-year-old son. The driver of the car was not injured, and was arrested and charged with DWI as well as five felony…
Read MoreSummertime Safety Tips for Parents
For parents, there are two ways to look at the summertime. You can look forward to the many memories that you are going to create with your children, or you can look at the time with a sense of worry. While there are many fun activities for you and your children to do, there are…
Read MoreCan a New Device Prevent Distracted Driving Among Truck Drivers?
It’s no secret that distracted driving is a major cause of automobile accidents in America. From answering your phone, to changing the music, to zoning out thinking about dinner, distracted driving takes many forms. For those who are on the road for long periods of time, such as truck drivers, this can prove to be…
Read MoreWhat Are the Dangers of Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving involves any activity that causes a driver to take his/her hands off the steering wheel, eyes off the road, and mind off of traffic. In just the one second a driver is using a smartphone, adjusting the radio, or eating a sandwich, a car can travel nearly the length of a football field.…
Read MoreWhy Do Dogs Bite Children?
Dog bites can cause serious injuries such as infections, diseases, puncture wounds, muscle damage, and broken bones. In tragic cases, a victim can die, or be left permanently scarred or disfigured. Children are at the highest risk of these injuries, because they are more likely to be bitten by a dog. They are also more…
Read MoreCars and Trucks Are Getting Bigger and More Dangerous
If you’ve been out on the roads and highways lately, it might seem like today’s cars, pickups, and SUVs are getting bigger and bigger. You’re not seeing things – they are. In fact, a Slate article on the very subject recently put together a staggering amount of statistics and studies demonstrating just how large our…
Read MoreWhat Is “Vision Zero,” and Why Isn’t it Working in the US?
As traffic fatalities rise throughout the country, including here in North Carolina, many communities are looking into a program called “Vision Zero.” This initiative, first implemented in Sweden, aims to completely eliminate fatal traffic accidents, with a focus on bicyclists and pedestrians. This is certainly a necessary if not lofty goal, and several cities have…
Read MoreWhich Industries Lead to the Most Accidents and Injuries?
Employees in North Carolina have the right to seek work injury benefits if they are injured while doing their job. These benefits include compensation for their medical bills and temporary wage loss benefits while they are recovering. Workers who have a permanent disability may be entitled to permanent disability benefits. Some workers may be entitled…
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