Car Accidents
The driver of the trailing car is usually but not always found to be at fault. While some rear-end accidents are simple fender-benders that result in minor property damage, many others cause serious injuries. A rear-end collision can be devastating. The occupants in the vehicle that is struck from behind often don’t see the crash…
If a rideshare driver hits your vehicle in North Carolina, you may wonder whether you can pursue compensation from the company that employs them. Possibly so. Uber and Lyft each carry $1 million liability insurance coverage to pay for a victim’s losses if a rideshare driver causes an auto accident while working. If the person…
Each car accident settlement in North Carolina is unique because each collision is different. That makes it difficult to calculate an average. The settlement amount typically depends on various factors, including the victim’s injuries and the accident’s complexity. You should consult an experienced lawyer to evaluate your case based on its own characteristics. ContentsWhat Are…
If you’re hurt and unable to work after a North Carolina car accident, you can seek compensation for your lost wages through a personal injury claim. To recover compensation, you must document your wage losses and prove that your injuries impact your ability to work. Car accident injuries can be catastrophic and have the potential…
If you were injured as a passenger in a car crash in North Carolina, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other accident-related expenses regardless of who caused the collision and whose car you were riding in. How you approach seeking compensation will depend on which driver was…
Dram shop laws apply to bars, restaurants, and other establishments. The laws hold them accountable for overserving alcohol to patrons who later cause harm to others. They aim to reduce drunk driving accidents and protect the public from preventable injuries caused by intoxicated individuals. In North Carolina, dram shop laws play a critical role in…
Most parking lot car accident claims go through the insurance system. The drivers file claims with their insurers, who then investigate to determine liability and negotiate to settle the case. The claim is resolved when the liable party’s insurer pays the injured party, whether through a settlement or verdict from the court. If you were…
After a car accident someone else caused in North Carolina, you can recover compensation not just for new injuries but for the worsening of any pre-existing injuries. The key is to link the aggravation of your condition through medical documentation from both before and after the wreck. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer can handle the…
Five of the deadliest roads in the Jacksonville, North Carolina, area are: Highway 258 Highway 17 Highway 53, which transitions into Western Blvd. Gum Branch Road Sand Ridge Road We all have a part to play in reducing the number of fatal accidents across the state. Recognizing that some roads are more dangerous than others…
If you are injured or suffer vehicle damage in a car accident, you will need a copy of the police accident report to file with an insurance claim. If your accident claim is disputed or you have a disability claim due to injuries sustained in the accident, the police report will be the first piece…
