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Average Settlement for Car Accident Back and Neck Injury in North Carolina
Car accidents happen every day and are a leading cause of accidental injuries and deaths throughout the country each year. These incidents are capable of causing a host…
North Carolina Car Accident Statistics 2023 – NC Traffic Fatalities
Car accidents are an unfortunate reality for thousands of people throughout the United States each year. Some accidents only result in cosmetic damage to the vehicles involved, but…
North Carolina Personal Injury Laws – All You Need to Know
A “personal injury” is any incident in which one party causes physical harm and/or economic losses to another party. Under North Carolina law, the victim of a personal…
Some safety hazards for drivers may be unique to summertime
While the idea of being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a harrowing concept, a collision can occur at any moment and under a multitude of…
Some accident victims could suffer severe nerve damage
There are numerous types of injuries you might suffer during a motor vehicle accident, and the outcome of the incident could impact various aspects of your life. Injuries…
Is it more dangerous to drink and drive, or text and drive?
When driving, the individual operating the vehicle should solely and completely focus on the task at hand, which is arriving at the destination safely. There are many factors…
Understanding accident-related whiplash injuries
No matter how safely you might drive or how closely you follow the rules of the road, there will always be negligent drivers who put you at risk.…
Drivers may be more distracted than you think
People should only be worried about one thing when they are behind the wheel of a motor vehicle — driving. Unfortunately, this is not the reality that we…
Some driver distractions that are overlooked by many
Each year, thousands of lives in North Carolina and across the country are cut short due to distracted driving. The number of car accidents caused by texting or…
Head-on crash kills 1, injures several in North Carolina
What happens when the at-fault driver does not survive a car accident? This could complicate the efforts of crash victims seeking damage recovery. Such an accident happened in North Carolina…
Fatal car accident blamed on drunk driving
A recent fatal crash here in North Carolina has likely devastated at least one family. What’s worse is that police say they have reason to believe this could…
Safety tips for driving through a construction zone
As the weather begins to soften and winter gives way to spring, North Carolina drivers will certainly notice more work zones on the city streets, county roads and…
Fatal car accident in no-passing zone under investigation
People often get comfortable driving in places that are familiar to them. The danger there is that their comfort can lead to them making errors in judgment, sometimes…
Fatal car accident spares boy but not his mom
Most people know how devastating a fatal car crash can be, but they don’t always stop to consider the extent of the tragedy. Not only is the victim’s…
Driver may be blamed in passenger death due to car accident
When a car crash takes a life, it is a tragedy in any circumstance. Many North Carolina families know this pain all too well after losing loved ones…
Are you sharing the road with a distracted driver?
Construction, weather, changing traffic patterns and the normal hustle and bustle of traffic are enough to keep you busy while you drive. You may also be looking for…
Motorcyclist dies after detached trailer causes car accident
People who follow the rules of the road generally assume that their good driving behavior will prevent any traffic collisions. They are generally correct in that assumption, but…
Fatal car accident under investigation, charges uncertain
When a car crash results in more questions than answers, it can be doubly devastating to a grieving family. A recent collision here in North Carolina is still being…
Who is liable when both drivers die in a car accident?
Many people understand that if they or a loved one are harmed in a motor vehicle crash, they may be able to file a civil claim against one…
Couple fears neighborhood car accidents due to speeding
Most drivers understand that speeding can increase their risk of being in a car crash. However, driving faster than posted speed limits is still a very common infraction.…
14-year-old boy survives dog attack
Many people in North Carolina consider their pets to be members of the family and treat them as such. Sadly, there are some who may encourage their animals…
The lifelong struggle of a traumatic brain injury
A motor vehicle accident can result in injuries to any part of the body. One of the most devastating injuries to suffer in a crash is a traumatic…
Motorcycle accidents: Biker dies, crash still under investigation
As the temperatures continue to warm, more and more people will take to the open roads on their motorcycles. Though this mode of transportation can be a great…
Fatal car accident involves 5 different vehicles
With warmer weather approaching, many people say that the risks associated with wintertime driving are over. Though that is true, it doesn’t mean that motorists can let their…
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