Reports have shown high levels of exploitation and fraud in the hospice industry. For that reason, major reform is taking place to deal with this unacceptable problem. If someone you love is in hospice in North Carolina, these investigations are something to be aware...
The vicious mauling of a 70-year-old North Carolina woman in December 2022 has led to changes in the Pender County animal ordinance. The Pender Country Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the changes on Jan. 17. The revised animal ordinance clarifies...
If you've been bitten or scratched by a dog, rodent or any other animal capable of transmitting rabies in North Carolina, you should be aware of how rabies progresses. After all, rabies is extremely serious, and can even prove fatal if untreated. The rabies virus has...
The numbers are in but they don't add up. While the federal ratings used to measure the quality of the country's nursing homes glow on paper, the transparency behind reporting protocols may not be so transparent. The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services...
Thankfully, most dog attacks in North Carolina are not deadly and result in minor bruising or lacerations from a single bite. Some attacks, however, result in multiple bites and serious injuries, with a few leading to death. You can't always prevent a dog attack, but...
Defensive drivers in North Carolina are individuals who strive for safety on the road. On top of following all traffic laws, defensive drivers also practice additional safety measures to help prevent accidents. Understanding defensive driving Defensive driving is...
North Carolina requires that you report any dog bite, even if it was from your own dog, to the local health department. Dog bites also require medical treatment, whether they happen to a human or a pet. Infections may occur when you don't see a doctor or veterinarian....
It's imperative that you correctly file your insurance claim if you've suffered damages from a car accident in North Carolina. This tends to have a significant bearing on how smoothly your claim will go. You can talk to your auto insurance provider if you have any...
It can be difficult to identify financial abuse of nursing home residents in North Carolina. Often, the signs are subtle and easy to overlook. The good news is that it's possible to identify certain behaviors that can indicate financial abuse of nursing home...
While dogs maintain a reputation for being man's best friend, more than 4 million people become victims of dog bites every year in the U.S. While owners rarely want to acknowledge the harm that their beloved pets cause, North Carolina's laws hold pet owners liable for...
