Farrin Law Blog

A red tractor trailer on the road in front of two black cars.

Oct 15, 2021

To Drive Safely Near Big Rigs, You Should Not Do These 4 Things

Driving around large semi-trucks on the highway is not the same as driving around other vehicles. Semi-trucks that are fully loaded can weigh more than 80,000 pounds – or more than 40 tons. All that...

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Oct 12, 2021

When & How to Report a Work-Related Injury and Other Important Questions

When you’re injured on the job, the very last thing you may be thinking about is your employer’s workers’ compensation procedures and policies. In an instant, your health, job, and routine have been disrupted. It’s...

A hand holding a cell phone in front of a steering wheel while driving a car.

Oct 04, 2021

What Happens When You Get Caught Texting and Driving?

You’re driving along a North Carolina road with your phone on the center console. You get a text from your friend and start replying that you’re on the way. Suddenly, you see the lights of...

Blinking extended stop sign on the side of a yellow school bus.

Oct 01, 2021

When to Stop for School Buses in SC (And Why)!

How many times have you seen someone pass a school bus and thought, “That doesn’t look right.” The truth is that pass may have been illegal! A surprising number of people don’t know when they’re...

Female nurse on break with mask pulled down, drinking coffee.

Oct 01, 2021

Labor Laws in NC for Breaks: What You Should Know

We hear this question all the time. You’re working here in North Carolina, but what about a break? Do break laws in North Carolina even exist? Is your employer required to offer you a break...

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Sep 30, 2021

When to Stop for School Buses in NC (And Why)!

It’s not like people should be surprised by seeing a school bus plying the roads of North Carolina. They do it every year. Still, some people don’t know how to react and, more importantly, when...

An adult female deer standing in a grassy meadow.

Sep 28, 2021

How to Try to Avoid Hitting a Deer With Your Car

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission estimates there are roughly a million deer in our state. They’re especially active from October through December, which is their mating season and our deer-hunting season. Animal-related crashes generally hover at around 20,000...

Worker wearing a hard hat reaching down to look at window seal

Sep 08, 2021

The Hard Truth About Getting Reimbursed for Hurricane Damages

Of all recorded weather disasters in U.S. history, hurricanes have caused the most deaths and destruction. Property damage is catastrophic, and homeowners and business owners alike suffer. When Hurricanes Florence and Michael swept through North...

Close up of a smashed car headlight and hood after an accident.

Aug 30, 2021

Comparative Negligence in South Carolina: The Definitive Guide

Imagine you witness a car accident. Thankfully, everyone is okay! Eventually, the officer on scene asks for your opinion on what you observed: Who was at fault for the accident? Fault is a topic of...

Person being handed a check for their workers' compensation settlement.

Aug 05, 2021

Case Closed? A Closer Look at South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Settlements

This article refers to workers' comp settlements in South Carolina. If you are located in North Carolina, please click here. Workers get hurt on the job every day. Some injuries are long-lasting and...