If you have been hurt or harmed in an accident due to someone else’s negligence in North Carolina, you can file a claim for compensation through the at-fault driver’s insurance. As you begin this process, you may be curious about how much money you’re entitled to under North Carolina law. However, there is no set […]
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When you file a workers’ compensation claim after suffering a work-related injury, your treating doctor plays a vital role in moving your claim forward. Not only do they determine your treatment plan, but your work restrictions and how long your injury will affect you in the coming weeks, months, and years. Most of all, they
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If your Social Security disability application is denied, you will likely have to attend a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) to appeal the decision. It’s normal to feel nervous about this process, but the more you inform yourself about what to expect at the hearing, the better. Knowing what types of
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Despite the time that has passed since the last peak in COVID-19 cases, the virus’s effects are still rampant in North Carolina’s nursing homes. While facilities remain understaffed and overcrowded, state and local health departments struggle to keep annual health inspections up-to-date, putting residents at risk of serious harm and worrying their loved ones. Due to strict 2020
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What started as a nursing home abuse lawsuit against a public health agency in Indiana could become a monumental Supreme Court ruling that impacts the rights of millions of people receiving federal assistance. Nursing Home Lawsuit Against Indiana Health Agency Taken to Supreme Court In 2019, Susie Talevski sued the Health and Hospital Corp. of
On October 14, 2022, the Social Security Administration announced an 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will begin in January 2023. This is the largest COLA adjustment in 40 years and was approved to address the high inflation rate. The adjustment will impact both Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and the
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When families move their loved ones into nursing homes, they trust the facilities and caregivers to give them the attention and care they need and deserve. Unfortunately, these corporations often do not live up to these expectations. SavaSeniorCare, a Georgia-based company that owns and operates skilled nursing facilities in several states, faced lawsuits nationwide for
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Between 1953 and 1987, toxic chemicals and carcinogens contaminated the water supply at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. As a result, thousands of Marines, their families, and workers on base suffered serious illnesses and other health complications. Now, those impacted are demanding justice. Previously, anyone who contracted illnesses through toxic exposure at Camp Lejeune
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On August 15th, Governor Roy Cooper announced that North Carolina’s COVID-19 State of Emergency, which he initially declared March 10th, 2020, had ended. In addition, Senate Bill 704: The COVID-19 Recovery Act, which granted healthcare providers immunity from civil claims brought on by the stress of the pandemic, also ended on the same date. So, what does this
If you drive a motor vehicle in the U.S., you are legally obligated to have insurance regardless of where you live. However, car insurance is not one-size-fits-all, and the specifications could vary based on your car type, where you live, and your individual needs. At Henson Fuerst, we believe drivers should select insurance coverage with
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