The summer months might be when you plan your annual vacation or when you make the most of every weekend by staying out late and meeting up with friends. Between spending time with family and socializing, do you might find yourself over-indulging in alcohol...
Some people carry their own disability insurance. They might have benefits to their employer or have made the decision to invest in as much insurance coverage as possible. However, most people won't have supplemental or secondary disability insurance benefits if they...
Summer can bring a lot of visitors from out of town to the Fayetville area. While they bring money to the area and provide jobs, they can also increase the danger on the roads around the town and its attractions. Why do tourists struggle to handle the roads when they...
There are few jobs as dangerous as those in construction. When you work in construction and are on a live job site, that’s even more precarious. Working in road construction, you may be around vehicles that are traveling at 50, 60, or 70 mph, for example, and if the...
Almost everyone knows that they have the right to defend themselves against criminal charges. Fewer people realize that that right also extends to traffic tickets. While they may not put you at risk of jail time, traffic tickets are still official records of illegal...
Construction is a hazardous field of employment. There are many activities that construction workers engage in that can lead to significant injuries, including working with power tools and in demolition jobs, as heavy equipment operators, sewer and duct construction...
When people discuss car accident statistics, they often talk about the total U.S. stats. For instance, they’ll note that between 35,000 and 40,000 people pass away annually, at least in recent years. This is fine for getting the overall picture, but it’s not accurate...
You filed your Social Security Disability (SSDI) claim in good faith -- and waited. Your claim was denied, so you filed an appeal and waited some more -- only to be denied again. You filed your second appeal, and you finally have a date to appear before an...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the government agency that assesses Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims. They have a reputation for being difficult. Any government agency that hands out money has to carry out thorough checks before...
As spring turns to summer, one risk that workers still need to be aware of is the threat of weather-related hazards. Though North Carolina is generally warm throughout the spring and summer, a few cold snaps and chilly days or nights could still happen. For workers...
