North Carolina enjoys relatively frequent rainfall, especially in spring. North Carolina receives more rain than the average in the United States, and some parts of the state see far more rain than others. Precipitation keeps vegetation lush and contributes to a...
Month: June 2023
What is nursing home elopement?
According to statistics, there are more than nursing homes in North Carolina. With so many of them in the state, instances of nursing home elopement have likely occurred. If you have a loved one who resides in a nursing home, you should become aware of what that...
A breakdown of truck accidents statistics
In North Carolina in 2021, there were over 16,300 truck accidents, resulting in more than 3,800 injuries and over 150 fatalities. Many of these accidents could have been prevented. Truck accident statistics The number of motor vehicle accidents involving trucks...
Study finds reckless driving a common cause of fatal accidents
North Carolina motorists who are involved in a fatal collision may also face charges of driving recklessly, license violations or driving under the influence. According to a study by High Rise Financial, from 2012 to 2021, these were the most common charges for...
What situations cause a car to roll over?
North Carolina drivers need to remain aware of their surroundings and road conditions. Sudden stops and wet roads are prime contributors to automobile rollovers. When an external factor disrupts a vehicle's forward motion, the car's momentum may cause the wheels to...
Signs of nursing home neglect
Nursing home neglect is a severe problem in North Carolina and across the United States. Residents face neglect due to staff shortages, which is a serious problem for 87 percent of nursing homes nationwide according to the National Institutes of Health. The...
When bad bedside manner becomes malpractice
Some people may associate medical malpractice with a doctor misdiagnosing a patient or failing to provide adequate care in some other manner. However, there is actually another element contributing to whether North Carolina patients perceive themselves as having...
Speeding is becoming a big problem in New York
When buying a car in South Carolina, many people look at the horsepower and torque numbers with the aim of getting the highest power output for their money. Indeed, it's nice to know that your vehicle is highly capable, but that doesn't mean that you can or should use...
The timeline of a truck accident lawsuit in North Carolina
Truck accident lawsuits in North Carolina can take months or even years to settle because the plaintiffs in these cases often suffer catastrophic injuries and seek significant damages. Truck accident lawsuits are also more complex than most other personal injury...
When a knee replacement failure is medical malpractice
Unfortunately, doctors in the state of North Carolina don’t always uphold their oath to never do harm to a patient. Even in cases of knee surgery, these medical professionals can fall well below the standards of others in their field and provide poor or even bad care....