Articles Tagged with Pain and suffering

Food-1024x1024Foodborne Illness Lawsuits: What You Need to Know

Whether you eat at a restaurant or prepare meals at home, you expect the food ingredients to be safe. The last thing you want is for you and your loved ones to get sickened due to unsafe food. Foodborne illnesses are actually quite common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 48 million people a year in the United States get sickened due to foodborne illnesses.

That works out to about one in six people. Of that number, about 128,000 are hospitalized, and about 3,000 people die from foodborne illnesses. If you suffer serious harm or a loved one dies due to a foodborne illness, the negligent party may be held responsible. It is important to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to find out if you can make a claim.

Product-1-300x300Defective Product Liability Claims

Millions of products are purchased in the United States every year. You can purchase products in a variety of places, such as from brick-and-mortar stores, online, from discount warehouses, and from individuals, among others. Consumers need to take care to ensure that the products they purchase are safe. However, the ultimate responsibility is on the product manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers to provide products that do not cause harm to consumers. If a product causes harm to someone, the person may be able to file a product liability claim to seek damages.

What is Products Liability?

2One Student Killed and Two Injured in Crash With Tanker Truck

One high school student was killed, and two others were injured in a morning crash near their school. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District confirmed the collision and offered counseling to assist students and others who were affected by the terrible tragedy. The accident happened in Mint Hill, near the intersection of Blair Rd. and Allen Station Drive, which is located about a mile from Rocky River High School, where all three victims were students.

What Caused the Accident?

2Important Facts About Truck Accidents

Trucks are an essential part of life. We need trucks to deliver the food and goods we need for every aspect of our lives. Unfortunately, that means we have to share the roads with large, commercial trucks on a daily basis. Thousands of people each year die as a result of an accident with a large truck. In 2021, 4,761 people died in truck accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That number is up 9% from the previous year. Many more people were seriously injured in truck crashes.

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4Construction Worker Seriously Hurt in Charlotte Accident

A construction worker suffered serious injuries after a fall at a construction site in Charlotte. The accident happened at a construction site located in the 1300 block of Central Avenue near Hawthorne Street. The Charlotte Fire Department responded to an emergency call for a construction worker who fell at the construction site. Dozens of first responders reported to the scene. Emergency workers had to use a construction crane to reach the injured man. Medic then transported the man to the hospital with serious injuries.

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1Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

The death of a loved one can be a stressful and difficult time in your life. It can be even more traumatic when the death is unexpected. As we go through our day, we do not expect our life to be cut short before we return home. Wrongful death is a term that applies when a death is caused by a negligent or wrongful act. If your loved one died due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation for damages. An experienced North Carolina wrongful death attorney will help you seek justice for your loved one.

What Causes Wrongful Death?

ConstructionWhat 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 many other professions. When a construction accident happens, it could result in serious or life-threatening injuries or fatalities. If you were hurt in a construction accident, the negligent party may be responsible for your damages, including your medical bills and more.

Types of Construction Accidents

9-2Can I Get Money for Pain and Suffering in a North Carolina Car Accident Case?

Car accidents can result in severe injuries. Even somewhat minor injuries may require surgery and long-term recovery. The negligent driver is responsible for all damages that the victim incurred as a result of an accident. Damages include actual medical bills and lost wages, and they may also include non-economic damages, as well. If you were injured in a car accident that was not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our legal team to discuss your options and get help through the process.

What are Pain and Suffering Damages?

Insta-Edu-Market-4-1Wrongful Death in North Carolina

The death of a loved one is never easy, but it can be particularly difficult when the death occurs due to the negligence of another. When your loved one passes away unexpectedly, they can leave the family with a large void. The family of a wrongful death victim may be owed compensation for their damages. An experienced North Carolina wrongful death attorney can help you and your family during this stressful time.

What is Wrongful Death?

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?”

Pedestrian accidents are on the rise across the country and in North Carolina. Statewide pedestrian crash data gathered over a 10-year period found that not only did pedestrian injuries and deaths increase, but all crashes involving pedestrians rose during the time frame. Unfortunately, when a vehicle hits a person on foot or bicycle, the injuries can be catastrophic. If you or a loved one was hurt in a pedestrian accident, you may be owed money for your damages. An experienced personal injury attorney will help get you compensation from the negligent party.

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