From fog to slick roads, you should always review weather conditions before driving and while behind the wheel. Inclement weather can make a traffic accident more likely, and some people do not recognize hazards until it is too late. In addition, you should exercise...
Car Accidents
Why should drivers avoid left turns?
Drivers have an obligation to those they share the road with to follow the traffic rules and make reasonable, safe decisions. Unfortunately, one legal maneuver may be inherently dangerous — the left turn. Some scientists believe that the left turn should be outlawed...
What does car accident injury insurance cover?
There are two main types of car insurance for bodily injuries in North Carolina. They are the optional medical payments coverage and the main bodily injury insurance. Medical payments coverage might help with a portion of doctors’ fees and hospital bills. However,...
What is North Carolina’s Move Over law?
Car accidents can result in serious injuries. Unfortunately, so can the aftermath. First responders at the scene of car accidents face the risk of collisions with vehicles. North Carolina's Move Over law protects motorists and first responders after a car accident....
Stay in your vehicle after wintertime car accidents
Because inclement weather can cause icy and slippery roads, wintertime car accidents continue to be alarmingly common in North Carolina and across the country. In fact, according to the Federal Highway Administration, nearly 25% of all motor vehicle accidents in the...
Running a red light can have devastating consequences
Red light accidents may be among the most preventable of all accidents. If you suffered injuries from an accident involving a red light runner, the other driver might be at fault for your injuries. Unfortunately, red light accidents happen too often. In 2020, almost...
If an automated vehicle hits me, do I sue the car?
With the yearly updates pushing Teslas closer and closer to full automation, and the various start ups working on fully autonomous vehicles, we may soon have the dream of driverless cars across the United States. However, until then, the roads in North Carolina and...
Five ways to prepare for settlement negotiations
The vast majority of personal injury lawsuits end up settling before they get to trial. If your suit settles, it means that you might be able to recover compensation more quickly than anticipated, thereby providing you with the financial relief that you need. Still,...
Can I text or email while driving in North Carolina?
It is easy to see why cellphones are so ubiquitous. For many of us, they are vital tools to connect with family, friends, work and our interests. But what about in the car? Are you legally allowed to text or email while driving in the Tar Heel State? State law North...
Holding hit-and-run drivers accountable
Under North Carolina law, if you have been injured due to the negligence of another driver, you can hold that driver liable for your damages through a personal injury lawsuit. But what if you can't find the negligent driver? Some North Carolina residents face this...