Reckless and aggressive driving are responsible for a significant number of accidents across North Carolina every year, despite increasingly aggressive policing. For those who have been injured in accidents caused by aggressive or reckless driving, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other losses. However, these cases […]
Category: Car Accidents
What to Know About Rear-End Collisions in North Carolina
Don’t assume that the other driver will simply admit that they were at fault. You should consider contacting a rear-end collision accident lawyer even if the other driver seems to have been clearly at fault in causing your rear-end accident. North Carolina is a Contributory Negligence State North Carolina is […]
Passenger and Child Injuries in Auto Accidents
Most of the cases that car accident attorneys handle involve one driver’s claim against the other driver. However, many car accidents result in injuries to passengers and especially children. These cases are unique and present special challenges for the passenger or child who is injured. If you or your child […]
Car Accidents Caused by Road Defects in North Carolina
While most car accidents are the result of another driver’s negligence, there are many other potential causes. Weather, mechanical failures, or vehicle defects can also lead to an accident, but another common cause is defects in the road surface. These defects may be due to poor maintenance, defective design, or […]
Car Accident Survival Guide: Life After The Crash
Perhaps because they are so common, many people fail to consider the short and long-term consequences of suffering a severe injury in a car accident. The days, weeks, and even months following your accident can be overwhelming. This guide will walk you through all of the main concerns that may […]
North Carolina Car Accident Trials
Many people are intimidated by the prospect of going to court. The good news is that many car accident claims settle even before a lawsuit is filed. Of those cases where a lawsuit is filed, most of those cases settle before the case gets to trial. You shouldn’t let the […]
Recent Raleigh Motorcycle Accidents Highlight Hazards
Recently, the Raleigh area has seen two serious accidents that have resulted in serious injuries for the motorcyclists involved. One troubling detail that both accidents share is that the driver fled the scene in each case, leaving the motorcyclist injured on the road. Both drivers were apprehended and criminally charged. […]
“It Was an Accident!” – Understanding Negligence
Whether it’s medical malpractice, a car accident, or a slip and fall accident, most of the personal injury claims that a Durham personal injury lawyer handles require that you prove that the responsible party was negligent in some way. However, negligence can be a difficult concept for non-lawyers to understand […]
Car Accidents and Finger-Pointing: Contributory Negligence in NC
When there is a car accident, it is not uncommon for each driver to blame the other. However, most people don’t realize that this can have significant legal ramifications if you need to pursue a claim for your injuries or other losses. If you have been injured in a car […]
Drowsy Driving and Truck Accidents in North Carolina
The current pandemic has reminded us that truck drivers serve a vital role in our country’s economy. To deliver the goods and materials that we need, truckers spend a lot of time on the road. This can lead to tired drivers who are not as alert as they should be. […]