Earlier this month, a 38-year-old man was killed in a tragic tow-truck accident, and now his family believes the fatal accident could have been avoided. According to reports, the man saw that his vehicle was in the process of being towed, so he rushed over to the...
Month: January 2013
North Carolina patients have access to hospital infections report
When Fayetteville residents are hospitalized for injuries or illnesses, they trust that they are in good hands. Hospitals are supposed to be safe places for patients, especially since doctors and nurses are treating and monitoring hundreds of vulnerable patients....
Restaurant growth suggests new business opportunities
People in the Raleigh area who are looking to start a new business may consider opening a restaurant. The food industry is growing in the Triangle, according to a new report. The number of both independent and chain restaurants went up last year, the report indicates....
12 kids involved in school bus accident in North Carolina
Like every other school day, thousands of kids in North Carolina boarded their buses to head to school this morning. Although most kids made it to school safely this morning, a dozen students were involved in an accident when their bus driver rear-ended a garbage...
Researchers say medication errors cost billions every year in U.S.
Doctors, nurses, surgeons and other health care workers are skilled individuals who take on significant responsibilities every day when working with patients who are in need of medical care and treatment. Although Fayetteville patients may understand that health care...
North Carolina Court of Appeals: Mother can pursue wrongful death suit
Workplace accidents happen every day in North Carolina and throughout the entire country. Fortunately, the majority of workplace accidents that occur every year are not fatal, but there are still thousands of workers who are killed each year while on the job. When a...
Employee lawsuit verdict overturned on venue grounds
A $450,000 verdict in an employment lawsuit filed against the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. plant in Fayetteville has been overturned. The North Carolina Court of Appeals ruled on Jan. 15 that the plaintiff in the case, who accused supervisors at the plant of...
Fayetteville bicyclist struck, killed by driver with revoked license
Having a driver's license is a privilege in Fayetteville that comes with great responsibility. Motorists have a responsibility to drive safely, and they also have a responsibility to obtain auto insurance in order to protect themselves and others from suffering major...
‘Black boxes’ may be required in vehicles to provide accident data
Police and other investigators must be thorough when making conclusions about serious and fatal car accidents in Fayetteville so that victims can recover compensation for damages that are caused by negligent drivers.Crash victims who are struck by negligent drivers...
North Carolina birth injury victim’s family fights for settlement
Birth injuries are devastating because the injuries often cause permanent damage, emotional pain and suffering, and financial turmoil. In addition to these consequences, parents may never be able to hear their child talk or walk for the first time when their baby...