In North Carolina, car accidents injure or kill many people every year. Advances in technology have resulted in decreased accident rates in the state and throughout the U.S., offering some good news for the public. Collision avoidance systems in newer-model vehicles...

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Month: August 2017
SWANA releases safety tips in “Five to Stay Alive” campaign
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 25, 2017 | Workers' Compensation
Like those who work in other areas of solid waste management, North Carolina composting operations employees are at serious risk for injury due to the use of heavy machinery, the type of physical labor required and the dynamic work environment. As such, it is...
Another round of Mazda recalls
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 21, 2017 | Products Liability
North Carolina residents might own some of the more than 79,000 Mazdas that the car maker is adding to its Takata airbag recall. This updates a similar one made earlier this year.Defective Takata airbag inflators have caused several car manufacturers to recall...
Protect yourself by using good judgment with social media
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 16, 2017 | Personal Injury Law
Many Americans suffer from personal injuries, whether from car accidents, a slip-and fall or something else. If you find yourself in this situation, insurance companies and other involved parties may provide you with the financial help you need to recover. Often,...
Common repair method for water pipes may be hazardous
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 14, 2017 | Workers' Compensation
North Carolina construction workers who regularly repair water pipes using the cured-in-place method might not know that this process could be more hazardous than traditionally thought. Researchers believe that, based on air test studies, the plumes that are released...
Chronic pain after a car accident takes its toll
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 13, 2017 | Blog
Chronic pain has many causes. For example, arthritis and cancer can cause it. So can nerve damage, stomach ulcers and a host of other conditions. One cause you may not think about, though, are car accidents in the form of whiplash.This type of chronic pain can be...
Common causes of truck and car accidents
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 8, 2017 | Truck Accidents
When North Carolina motorists are in accidents with large trucks, the truck drivers are not always at fault. In fact, car drivers are at fault in around 70 percent of accidents that involve large trucks and cars. About 475,000 large trucks are involved in accidents...
Risk of big rig crashes prompts product recall
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 7, 2017 | Products Liability
A defective auto part on commercial trucks built by Paccar has led to a product recall. The dangerous product is a faulty fuel pump connected to an ISX15 engine that was manufactured by Cummins, and some of the trucks might be on North Carolina roadways.There are...
Is it safe to drive with your dog?
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 3, 2017 | Blog
Being able to take your loyal companion with you nearly everywhere you go is one of the joys of having a dog. While this makes for fun car rides and fond memories, it can also carry risks for you, your canine and others.North Carolina is in the process of making it...
State fair halted after accident
On behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Aug 2, 2017 | Car Accidents
North Carolina residents may understand how dangerous carnival rides can be. That message was reinforced on July 26 when one person was killed and seven others were injured at the Ohio state fair. According to authorities, the incident was reported at near 7:24 p.m.,...
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