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If you suffered an injury while riding your motorcycle in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you might wonder if it matters that you were not wearing a helmet. Do you have to wear a helmet in North Carolina? Yes. You and any passenger on your motorcycle must wear a helmet according to state […]
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA) allows veterans and their families affected by the water contamination at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 and 1987 to seek benefits for their losses. Veterans who served at Camp Lejeune and were exposed to contaminants in the water can file civil lawsuits against the United States government […]
The legal publication’s list is limited to 18 lawyers statewide recognized as the most respected and accomplished in their practice area. GREENSBORO, NC, March 14, 2023/24-7PressRelease/ — Ward Black Law is pleased to announce that principal owner and personal injury attorney Janet Ward Black earned one of only 18 spots on the 2023 Power List: […]
Women who use chemical hair-straightening products have a higher risk of developing uterine cancer than women who do not, according to a study from the National Institutes of Health. Researchers also studied the effects of highlights, dyes, perms, and bleach and found no association between those products and uterine cancer. The study involved 33,497 women between […]
Are you a motorcyclist in North Carolina? You may frequently find yourself stuck in traffic, longing for a way to navigate more efficiently. Lane-splitting might seem like the solution to your problem, but is it legal in North Carolina? This article looks at the laws, benefits, and risks of this controversial motorcycle-riding technique. What Is […]
When you get hurt at work, you have a lot to worry about, like getting proper treatment for your injuries. However, while getting that treatment, you may wonder if you should also be taking timely steps to protect your right to collect workers’ compensation benefits. In other words, “Is there a statute of limitations on […]
What is Attendant Care for Disabled Workers? Attendant care helps disabled workers perform the day-to-day tasks that they would normally perform if not for their disability. Some examples of what attendant care provides include cleaning, bathing, laundry, and cooking. Attendant care also functions to teach the disabled person how to perform day-to-day tasks independently. Attendant […]
While it is impossible to eliminate all risks on the road, motorists in North Carolina who drive defensively could potentially avoid severe or fatal injury accidents. But what, exactly, is defensive driving? This article provides five top tips for driving defensively. By incorporating these strategies into your driving habits, you can significantly reduce the likelihood […]
Being involved in a car accident is a shocking experience. Many crash victims forget the importance of collecting evidence at the scene precisely because they are disoriented and overwhelmed. However, taking good photos of the accident’s aftermath is one of the most important things you can do to protect your legal rights and improve your […]
Nearly 65,000 private-industry workers in North Carolina suffered a nonfatal workplace injury or illness in one recent year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many injured workers count on workers’ compensation benefits as they recover, only to face retaliation from their employers after filing their claim. Employers have even wrongfully fired injured employees because […]