June is National Safety Month: Slips, Trips, and Falls Workplace safety is a major concern. The National Safety Council (NSC), along with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), designates June as National Safety Month. The designation is designed to help reduce the risk of workplace accidents and…
Safety Month Water is a source of life, and humans require it to live. Water draws us to it and gives us a sense of peace. We enjoy many activities and sports in the water, including swimming, diving, boating, waterskiing, tubing, fishing, and much more. Whether in a swimming pool,…
What Causes Construction Accidents? Construction is an important industry, and it employs more than 11 million workers in the United States. Although we need construction for growth and improvement, it can be considered one of the most dangerous jobs. Accidents can be more common in the construction industry than in…
Can I Recover Damages if I Was Hurt at a Concert? Concerts are supposed to be fun outings where you can enjoy music in the company of other fans. Unfortunately, sometimes injuries can occur at these large events. In recent history, there have been concerts and festivals that had major…
Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?” Asbestos is a natural substance that was useful in the construction industry for decades. Many people who worked with the substance or lived or worked in buildings that contain it may suffer from illnesses…
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?” Some sports are considered inherently dangerous. When you or your child participate in football, hockey, wrestling, and other contact sports, you know that there are some injuries possible. Golf is…
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if a loved one dies from the injuries sustained in a serious accident while the case is pending?” Slip and fall accidents are more common than you may realize. Millions of people a year visit the emergency room or…
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?” A recent outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease has been tied to the North Carolina Mountain State Fair. The findings were in a preliminary report from the North Carolina Department of Health…
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Brad Smith answers the question: ” Do I have to pay a fee to meet with an attorney about my personal injury case?” Looking at the history of slapstick comedy in American society, one scenario seems to transcend eras — the slip and fall. This…
Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What should I do if I have been injured by another party but I can’t afford a lawyer?” If you suffer injuries in a slip and fall incident on someone else’s property in North Carolina, you may be entitled to compensation…