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 […]
Knee Implant Claims: What You Need to Know
Knee replacement surgeries are one of the most common replacement surgeries in the country and the number of surgeries performed each year continues to increase. Despite being so common, it is important to understand that these procedures carry certain risks. In addition to possible errors committed during the replacement surgery itself, one […]
Are You Suffering Due to a Defective Hip Implant? You May Be Entitled to Compensation
In February of this year, Exactech issued a recall of all hip (and other) inserts that have been manufactured since 2004. The reason for the recall is that they learned that most of their inserts had been packaged and shipped in materials that did not adequately guard against oxidation. In general, inadequate […]
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 […]
Workers’ Comp Claims and Work-Related Illnesses
While the majority of workers’ compensation claims arise from physical injuries suffered while on the job, it is important to remember that you may be entitled to workers’ compensation if you are unable to work due to a work-related illness. For example, power plant or shipyard workers who have been […]
What to Expect at Your Initial Consultation with a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured in a car accident, working with a lawyer can help you obtain the compensation you need. You may be searching the internet for lawyers who handle personal injury claims and noticing that they offer free consultations. Many people find it hard to believe that these […]
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 […]
What Types of Damages Are Available in Your Personal Injury Case?
One of the most common questions that accident victims have is what kind of compensation can be pursued on their behalf. In legal terms, the compensation sought is referred to as “damages.” While the damages will depend on the severity of your injury and other factors, understanding the types of […]
Martin & Jones Celebrates Holidays with Oxford Orphanage
Martin & Jones has celebrated Christmas with children at the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford for 21 years. Allison Rogers has coordinated the celebration on behalf of Martin & Jones for all those years. “It does my heart good to support a place like this,” Allison said, when telling […]
Do You Need a Lawyer to Pursue a Vaccine Injury Claim?
While it isn’t widely discussed, thousands of people across the country pursue vaccine injury claims every year and are ultimately awarded compensation. These claims are so common that Congress created the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP) in the 1980s. Claimants are paid from a trust fund that is funded […]