Farrin Law Blog

Aerial view of the US 29 and NC 24 intersection in Charlotte, NC.

May 15, 2023

10 Most Dangerous Intersections in NC

It is a Monday morning. Everyone is coming off the weekend – some are eager to start the week, speeding along. Others are overtired and distracted, not quite giving their full attention to the road....

Bright headlights on a car shining in the dark fog.

May 15, 2023

Compensation for Reckless Driving (S.C.): When a Car Accident Is a Criminal Offense

Being in a wreck due to someone else’s negligence is bad enough, especially if you or a person you love gets hurt. But sometimes the at-fault party’s driving behavior is so bad that it goes...

James Scott Farrin law offices highlights dangerous roads with potholes in Greensboro.

May 12, 2023

Which Greensboro Roads Can be Dangerous?

Every town and city has them. They’re the intersections, roadways, merge sites, or construction zones that locals try to avoid like a root canal. At best, these sites can be a nuisance. At worst, they...

A worker wearing a hard hat and holding his arm in a sling with a worried expression.

May 09, 2023

Workers’ Comp: What Do I Need to Know About Working a Second Job?

One of the many problems that can occur when you’ve been in injured on the job is no longer being able to work and make money. As a workers’ compensation attorney, I’ve had many clients...

Attorneys, client, & court reporter sitting at a conference table during a deposition.

May 09, 2023

What Is a South Carolina Workers’ Comp Deposition and How Do You Prepare?

If you were hurt on the job in South Carolina, you might be surprised to know that a deposition is probably in your future. This is especially true if you have suffered a permanent injury....

A funeral wreath of flowers leaning on a stone grave in a cemetery.

May 07, 2023

4 Common Causes of Workplace Deaths in NC

Workers should be able to expect a safe working environment. Yet every day, workers across North Carolina are seriously injured or even killed on the job. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in...

James Scott Farrin attorney details why more and more people riding motorcycles have died recently.

May 04, 2023

Rise In Biker Deaths: What to Know

I love riding my motorcycle. Been riding for years. My dad had an old, ugly green Honda CB when I was a kid. My uncle airbrushed Harleys. Another uncle used to take me out jumping...

James Scott Farrin law offices share important facts and tips for safe travel in rural North Carolina to help prevent road accidents.

May 04, 2023

Rural Road Accidents in North Carolina – Facts and Tips for Safe Travel

Driving on rural roads in North Carolina can be a spectacular experience, especially during autumn. But North Carolina roads can also be dangerous, particularly at night or in poor conditions such as during rain and...

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May 03, 2023

Approaching Your SC Workers’ Comp Recorded Statement

So you were injured at work in South Carolina, reported the injury to your employer immediately, and sought medical treatment. Now, your case will be assigned to a claims adjuster who works for your employer’s...

Person holding two red weights during physical therapy.

May 03, 2023

Functional Capacity Evaluations & Your Workers’ Comp Case

When a worker is injured on the job, they undertake a course of medical treatment to help them get better. Of course, “getting better” from an injury isn’t a black or white question. How is...