The difference between the no-fault and at-fault systems can make a big difference in a car accident claim. For example, it determines who can be compensated for their losses, who is responsible for paying for the damages sustained, and how the litigation process might proceed. North Carolina uses an at-fault […]
Category: Car Accidents
No-Fault vs. At-Fault: What’s the Difference and How Might My Case Be Affected in North Carolina?
Fatal Car Accidents Are on the Rise in Raleigh
The media has recently been reporting on the rising number of fatal car accidents in the Raleigh area. As lawyers who have been representing car accident victims in Raleigh and across North Carolina, we find this trend to be very troubling. Most people would expect that the number of fatal […]
Legislative Update: New Laws That Will Benefit North Carolina Car Accident Victims
On September 22, 2023, Senate Bill 452 was passed by both houses with broad bipartisan support. The bill became law without signature on October 3rd and will go into effect on January 1, 2025. This new law will bring substantial benefit to North Carolinians who are injured in car accidents. […]
Dealing with Insurance Adjusters After an Auto Accident
There may be a lot to deal with in the days following a car accident. You need to get medical treatment, get your car repaired or replaced, figure out what to do about work, and focus on your recovery. Additionally, you also need to deal with the insurance adjuster responsible […]
Car Accidents on the Shoulder of the Road
When experiencing car trouble or other issues, people immediately think the best thing to do is to pull onto the shoulder. Unfortunately, the shoulder of the road is one of the most dangerous places you can be. If you have been injured in a car accident on the shoulder of […]
Interstate Accidents
The state of North Carolina is laced with various major interstate highways – 95, 40, 74, 540, and 85, just to name a few. They serve a vital purpose in our state’s economic and social networks, helping businesses thrive and communities grow. They do pose unique hazards for drivers that […]
PTSD Stemming From a Motor Vehicle Accident
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or “PTSD” for short, is a condition that has earned increased attention in recent years. It is commonly understood as something experienced by soldiers who have been in combat, but anyone can experience PTSD as a result of trauma, including vehicle accident victims. If you have been […]
What If the Other Driver Was Drinking Alcohol?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol remains a problem on our roads, and drivers who are intoxicated behind the wheel often cause very serious accidents. If you have been injured in an accident with a drunk driver, you need an experienced car accident attorney who can help you get […]
What is MedPay and What Does It Cover?
Most people purchase car insurance and never think about it until they are in an accident. While this is understandable, it can result in some unpleasant surprises in the event of an accident when you learn precisely what is covered and what isn’t. If you have questions about your insurance […]
Don’t Sign Settlement Documents Until You Are Sure About Your Underinsured Coverage
Car accidents can involve complex questions concerning how insurance will cover the accident victim’s losses. To guard against losses, many insurance agents will recommend that their customers purchase underinsured motorist coverage. Unfortunately, many drivers do not understand how this coverage applies, which can lead to considerable confusion in the event […]