It might not be uncommon for construction workers in North Carolina and elsewhere to encounter a variety of safety hazards nearly every day. Those who operate vehicles as part of job-related tasks may rely on these machines to perform duties, but there could also be…
Amicus Brief for the Opinion in Cunningham v. Goodyear Tire and Rubber by the Supreme Court of North Carolina On Friday May 6, 2022, the Supreme Court of North Carolina filed its opinion in Cunningham v. Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. Vernon Sumwalt and Michael…
The Public Safety Employees’ Death Benefits Act in North Carolina In addition to workers’ compensation claims, the North Carolina Industrial Commission has jurisdiction to decide claims under The Public Safety Employees’ Death Benefits Act. This law supplements workers’ compensation benefits to the dependents of firefighters,…
2021 North Carolina Attorney Pro Bono Honor Society Vernon Sumwalt was one of 546 lawyers included in the 2021 North Carolina Attorney Pro Bono Honor Society. This group includes lawyers reporting at least 50 hours of pro bono legal services in 2021. Mr. Sumwalt regularly…
It might not be uncommon for many work environments in North Carolina and elsewhere to store items on shelves or areas that rest above areas of operation. The risk of falling objects could be present in most workplaces, and even an object that falls from…