Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Think Before You Settle Your Car Accident Case
The desire of car accident victims to quickly settle their claims with insurance adjusters is understandable. An injured person may want to focus on healing rather than fighting a protracted legal battle. In most cases, however, quickly settling a car accident claim can leave victims without the compensation they deserve. Patience is a legal virtue… Read More »
Key Reasons to Consult with an Attorney Following Your Accident
If you’ve been injured due to the negligent or reckless actions of another, it is very likely that the thought of consulting with a lawyer has crossed your mind. You may hesitate for several reasons, including the often-mistaken belief that the facts of your case are so strong that they will speak for themselves in… Read More »
Duties of a Motorist under North Carolina Law
According to statistics provided by the Governors Highway Safety Association Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, North Carolina suffered 160 pedestrian fatalities during 2011. North Carolina legislators have come to recognize that pedestrians are one of the most vulnerable potential victims on the road. In this vein, a number of rules have been… Read More »
Federal and State Governments Begin Focusing on Traumatic Brain Injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a contributing factor in 31 percent of all injury-related deaths in the United States. TBI rates are generally higher for male victims than for female victims. Adults that are 75 years and older have the highest rates of hospitalization and death… Read More »
Key Steps to Take Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
According to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 1.5 million motor vehicle accidents cause injuries annually in the United States. In addition, almost four million motor vehicle accidents cause property damage each year. In many cases, the extent of the damage caused is not fully known until some time after… Read More »
Drivers Caught in Recent Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents
North Carolina media outlets have been abuzz this year with reports of hit-and-run accidents, including two recent accidents that left two people dead. The incidents demonstrate both the deadly force of moving vehicles and the instinct of drivers to flee from the scene of a car accident. Tragic hit-and-run accidents The first incident involved a… Read More »