North Carolina Drunk and Reckless Driver Accident Attorney
North Carolina law makes it illegal to read or send text messages and e-mail while driving. According to the Center for Disease Control, every day, distracted driving kills more than 16 people and injures more than 1,300 people. If you were in an accident with a driver distracted by a cell phone or impaired by drugs or alcohol, you need a personal injury lawyer on your side.
Now is the time to come to the Law Offices of Lyndon R. Helton, PLLC. We represent accident victims and their families. As former insurance defense counsel, attorney Helton knows what it takes to get fair compensation for injured people. He will stand up for your rights and fight the insurance companies. For a free consultation, please call our Hickory office at 828-848-8776 or contact us online.
Texting While Driving and Impaired Driving Accidents
All car accidents have the potential to cause serious injury. However, accidents with drunk drivers and distracted drivers are often even worse. Drivers who are distracted or impaired have a tendency to swerve into other lanes and travel at accelerated speeds. This can cause a range of injuries, from broken bones to brain or spinal injuries. A car accident can result in a lifetime of pain or disability.
Because North Carolina is a contributory negligence state, the insurance companies will try to find a way to make the accident your fault. If they can prove that you share the blame for the accident, they can deny compensation. It is a good idea to contact a lawyer before your interview with the insurance adjuster.
In addition to your injury claim, you are entitled to a claim for the diminished value of your vehicle. We can help you keep these two claims separate.
When another driver's negligence results in an injury, you can take action. Please call our distracted driver accident attorney in North Carolina at 828-848-8776 to make an appointment.
