When you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, understanding your rights is key. One of the most important distinctions is between temporary disability vs. permanent disability. These terms refer to two different categories of compensation that serve different purposes, have different eligibility criteria, and offer varying levels of…
People let friends borrow their cars all the time. Unfortunately, this friendly gesture can have liability implications in a car accident. Since car insurance in North Carolina covers specific vehicles, the auto insurance of the vehicle owner will likely have liability if someone borrowed the car and caused an accident….
One of the core legal principles in North Carolina personal injury cases is the concept of negligence. The idea of negligence is that someone who fails their legal duty to use reasonable care to avoid injuring others is responsible for the harm they cause. Many North Carolina personal injury cases…
Lift trucks and forklifts are essential equipment in the warehousing, construction, manufacturing, and logistics industries. However, they also pose significant risks to workers. Equipment failure, operator errors, and other issues can easily cause a forklift to break or its load to fall – potentially leading to catastrophic injuries for workers….
Distracted driving is a serious issue in North Carolina. In just a single recent year, it contributed to almost 48,000 crashes statewide – or about 17 percent of all North Carolina car accidents. These collisions resulted in over 130 deaths, leaving many families dealing with the heartbreak of losing a…
Some legal disputes in North Carolina lead to lawsuits, where people seek compensation or other forms of relief through the court system. However, lawsuits can quickly become lengthy and costly processes for everyone involved. Both sides must cover legal fees, gather evidence, and dedicate significant time to arguing their cases…
Many motorcycle crashes are caused by automobile drivers who fail to see motorcyclists Hardison & Cochran Attorneys at Law is promoting motorcycle safety in North Carolina by giving away free magnets reminding drivers to keep alert for motorcycles. The bumper sticker-style magnets contain the simple safety message “Look for Motorcycles.” …
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) receives hundreds of thousands of reports each year about consumer injuries and deaths linked to defective medical devices. It also announces dozens of recalls of potentially dangerous products annually. If you believe you’ve been harmed by a defective medical device, you may have…
As summer moves forward and more people plan trips, many injured workers wonder: “Can I go on vacation while receiving workers’ compensation?” The answer is yes, but only if your plans do not interfere with your medical recovery or create the impression that you are no longer disabled. At Hardison…
