Posts by Doug Petho
E-Scooter Riders Face Real Risks on the Road
Since first hitting the market in the United States in 2010, electric scooters – or e-scooters as they are more commonly known – have grown in popularity. In fact, they are now so popular that they can be found seemingly everywhere: on roadways, on sidewalks, in towns, in cities, in parks. E-scooters have become ubiquitous,…
Read MoreUnderstanding Broadside Accidents
A broadside accident, also known as a T-bone accident or an angle collision, is a car accident that happens between two vehicles, where the front end of one car crashes into the side of another car. It’s one of the more deadly types of car accidents. In fact, it was the leading cause of fatalities…
Read MoreWhen Car Accidents Cause Permanent Disability
While some people only suffer minor injuries after a car accident, others may find themselves experiencing permanent disability. They may have done everything they can to heal and recover, but their lives will just never be the same. A person who has a permanent disability cannot perform their normal daily tasks and duties that they…
Read MoreAre School Buses Actually Safer Than Cars?
School is back in session in North Carolina, which means those big yellow buses are back, too. Every day, we put our kids onto those buses and we send them off, secure in the knowledge that they’ll get to school safely. But perhaps we should be more wary. In the last few months, there have…
Read MoreShould We Be This Frightened of Self-Driving Cars?
Over the last year or two, there have been a number of news stories about towns or cities running pilot programs with self-driving cars. These autonomous vehicles (AV) may be in testing mode, or a city may agree to be part of a program where the cars act like robo-taxis, picking up and dropping off…
Read MoreI Was Hit by an Out-Of-State Driver in North Carolina. Now What?
Every year, many visitors flock to North Carolina to enjoy the beautiful beaches, mountains, cities, and other tourist spots. You likely share roads with out-of-state motorists every single day. When a collision occurs that involves an out-of-state driver, you may wonder what to do and how this situation may be different from accidents with North…
Read MoreIt’s Not Just Phones: Seven Other Common Causes of Distracted Driving
Most people know about the typical distracted driving practices, such as texting, surfing the web, talking on the phone, adjusting the address on a GPS, and playing with the radio. But did you know a good song (or a “good boy”) can distract drivers, too? Today, we wanted to look at some other types of…
Read MoreThe Financial Impact of a Motorcycle Accident
Each day, motorcyclists endure the devastating consequences of reckless drivers on the road. The impact of these accidents imparts physical injuries and loss of life, as well as leaving lasting mental trauma for both the riders and their family members. However, the financial toll of a motorcycle crash can be equally distressing, turning lives upside…
Read MoreReturning to Work After a Workplace Injury: Maximum Medical Improvement and Suitable Employment
Suffering an injury at work can be a stressful experience. Workers’ compensation is there to support you financially while you heal and receive medical treatment. Eventually, you may be deemed ready to return to work, which is a significant step in the recovery process. However, you may need some accommodations once you get back to…
Read MoreWhat to Do When the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. However, the situation becomes even more complicated when the other driver involved does not have insurance. One in eight drivers were driving without insurance, according to the Insurance Research Council (IRC). To make matters worse, the IRC also estimated that 7.4% of…
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