Workplace Injury

Construction Injuries and Fatalities on the Rise in North Carolina

June 5, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Construction Injuries and Fatalities on the Rise in North Carolina

Construction has been booming in North Carolina. That is great for the economy, but what few people realize is that there has also been an increase in construction accidents. The number of accidents with injuries or fatalities has been increasing along with the uptick in construction. On average, one construction worker dies every ten days while on the job in North Carolina, according to a new report from the Charlotte Observer.

In the past ten years, almost 360 construction workers lost their lives while on the job in North Carolina. In 2022 alone, the number of construction deaths totaled 47, which is the highest number in any year over the past decade. At the same time, the number of construction site inspections has decreased. Construction accidents are preventable and construction companies are often responsible for injuries that occur due to their negligence.

Camp Lejeune Claim Final Deadline Approaching

May 22, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Camp Lejeune Claim Final Deadline Approaching

Camp Lejeune is a United States Armed Forces facility located in North Carolina. The Marine Corps base camp is the largest on the East Coast and covers more than 153,000 acres. Military personnel and their families may have been exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Toxic water supplies have resulted in a high rate of serious illnesses for those who spent time at the camp between 1953 and 1987.

Victims of illnesses and their families may be entitled to compensation for their damages. If you or a loved one suffered a serious medical problem due to exposure to toxic water while in Camp Lejeune, you may be able to seek money for the costs of medical care as well as other damages such as pain and suffering. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Construction Worker Seriously Hurt in Charlotte Accident

September 20, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Construction 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.

Fall Hazards

What are the Elements of a Slip and Fall Case?

September 13, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What are the Elements of a Slip and Fall Case?

An unexpected fall can leave you with serious injuries. A slip-and-fall accident can happen at almost any time and at any place. You may think that you are just a klutz, but actually, some slip-and-fall accidents are due to the negligence of someone else. When you get hurt due to a fall that was caused by something someone else did, or precautions someone failed to do, you may be owed compensation for your damages. There are some elements that you must prove in order to win a slip-and-fall case.

Reasons for Slip and Fall Accidents

What Causes Construction Accidents?

February 22, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What 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

Three Killed in Charlotte Construction Accident

January 4, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Three Killed in Charlotte Construction Accident

Three construction workers died, and two others were injured in a serious construction accident in Charlotte. The accident occurred at a construction site in the city, where luxury apartments are being built. The incident happened when scaffolding collapsed, causing workers to fall about 70 feet. Three workers were pronounced dead at the scene, while two others were transported to Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center for treatment. Work was stopped at the site to allow for an investigation into the cause of the deadly accident.

Construction Accidents are Often Serious

Injured Construction Worker to Receive 2.4 Million Settlement

November 23, 2022 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Injured Construction Worker to Receive 2.4 Million Settlement

A construction worker injured on the job last year is set to receive a settlement in the amount of $2.4 million. The 32-year-old accident victim suffered severe injuries while working at a construction site in Raleigh in October of 2021. Construction accidents occur all too frequently, and when they do, they can result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities. If you or a loved one was hurt in a construction accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you resolve your claim and get the money you deserve.

Worker Hurt in Trench Collapse

After a Workplace Injury: What North Carolina Residents Should Know

July 21, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can my employer fire me because I filed a workers’ compensation claim?”

The American workforce has been known for taking pride in their work. We work hard to accomplish our goals, and we take pride in our work ethic. In return, workers deserve protection from injury whenever possible, and compensation for their losses when they are injured on the job. When an accident occurs on the job and a worker incurs a personal injury as a result, employers in North Carolina are almost always required to compensate workers for medical bills and other expenses through a system of workers’ compensation.

Common Accidents on the Job: A Resource for North Carolina Workers

July 14, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is partial versus total disability, and temporary versus permanent disability?”

When the average American gets up and goes to work, they want to focus on the positives of the experience, such as the income they will receive, the value they provide to their employer, and the camaraderie they enjoy with their coworkers and colleagues. People rarely if ever want to focus on the risk for personal injury at their jobsite.

What to Do if You Were Injured in an Elevator Accident

October 28, 2020 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”

Although elevator accidents are relatively rare compared to car accidents in North Carolina, they do happen. Every one of us has thought, “What if it collapses?” when entering or exiting an elevator at least once in our lifetime.