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Excavator accident causes construction worker injury

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Excavator worksite accidents occur for multiple reasons, including hazardous worksite conditions and defective equipment. In North Carolina and across the country, these types of construction accidents often result in severe injuries and even death. According to recent reports, an excavator operator tearing down a building…

The consequences of serious factory injuries

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

The rate of worker injuries nationwide can be documented not by hours or minutes but by seconds. Employees within the industrial sector in North Carolina and throughout the nation are seemingly at risk the moment after they punch a time clock to start their day.…

Leading causes of workplace back injuries

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

There are some types of injuries that can have a significant impact on one’s life and ability to carry out daily tasks. Back injuries are a type of health concern that continues to affect many workers and those who suffer similar injuries while on the…

Construction accident involving scaffolding failure injures 4

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Performing frequent maintenance on all types of equipment used on project sites could be integral to reducing the risks of dangerous malfunctions. Unfortunately, equipment failure continues to play a role in many construction incidents and workers in North Carolina who encounter such hazards could be…

Being prepared to handle the aftermath of a workplace accident

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

A work-related incident could take place at any moment and facing the possibility of such a situation can seem a stressful and harrowing concept. When workplace accidents occur, many individuals in North Carolina might not always know how best to handle the situation. Understanding what to…

Reducing the risk of overexertion injuries at work

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

Any type of work activity that places a physical strain on one’s body or causes one to remain in an awkward position could leave one exposed to the risk of overexertion. Overexertion injuries can come in numerous forms and such health concerns could take a…

1 injured in construction accident involving fall from heights

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

When project tasks require workers to operate at heights, using the proper safety measures to protect against the risks of fall-related incidents could be integral to promoting a safe job atmosphere. Without such measures in place, the risk that workers in North Carolina might suffer…

Common lung illnesses caused by occupational exposure

On Behalf of The Sumwalt Group Workers' Comp and Trial Lawyers

When you go to work, you are likely not considering the many ways that your job could cause you harm, especially if you do not work in a high-risk occupation. However, there are different risks you could face in the workplace, and there are certain…