Lawsuit leads to massive recall of Dodge trucks On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | May 17, 2017 | Products Liability North Carolina motorists who own certain Dodge Ram models should watch out for recall notices. The manufacturer, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, has initiated a recall of over 1.25 million pickup trucks because of a software error that could disable […]

More robots in the workplace could mean more accidents On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | May 11, 2017 | Workers’ Compensation The use of robots in the workplace is on the rise, but this also means that employees in North Carolina and throughout the country are more vulnerable to injuries caused by them. Restaurant kitchens, food processing plants and […]

Legal issues related to getting hurt at a gym in North Carolina On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Apr 21, 2017 | Products Liability If someone is not careful at the gym, they may get hurt. Dropping equipment or straining too hard are common causes of injury. However, there are also times when patrons are hurt due to faulty […]

Scissor lift safety in the workplace On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Feb 14, 2017 | Workers’ Compensation Scissor lifts can be deadly for workers in North Carolina and across the United States, according to a hazard alert issued by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. However, the agency says employers can keep their workers safe by implementing […]

What type of compensation can I claim for slip-and-fall injuries? On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Dec 21, 2016 | Personal Injury Wintertime is often hazardous for many Raleigh seniors. The wet weather conditions and cold temperatures can make it challenging for older people to get around safely. The risk of slipping, falling and sustaining personal injuries is great. Also, many […]

How does holiday drinking affect your driving? On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Dec 12, 2016 | Personal Injury The holidays are a time of joy and merriment and usually involve alcohol. It is also a time for travel, and drinking and driving are not a good combination. It is important to know how alcohol affects your ability to […]

Fatal accidents on dangerous film sets On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Dec 6, 2016 | Workers’ Compensation North Carolina residents who have worked on film sets may be aware that film production can be risky. While working at unfamiliar locations for short periods of time, some producers do not prioritize safety due to time and budget constraints. In […]

Winter Biking Tips in Raleigh On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Nov 21, 2016 | Personal Injury Winters in Raleigh are never going to be mistaken for blustery Chicago or Boulder. That’s good news for those bike commuters and enthusiasts out there who like to ride year round. Unless you are in the mountains in the western part of […]

Educating residents about the Note 7 fire hazard On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Sep 20, 2016 | Products Liability As a result of 35 cases of Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 overheating and causing fires, the company recalled every Note 7 that had been sold. That is believed to be close to a million units sold worldwide. It has […]

Why slaughterhouse injuries are underreported On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | May 31, 2016 | Workers’ Compensation The government states in a new report that slaughterhouse workplace safety has improved since 2005. However, North Carolina readers may be surprised that illnesses and injuries are likely underreported and that the data federal regulators have collected likely does not represent all […]