Automobile Accidents
How Weather-Related Car Accidents Are Handled Under North Carolina Law
According to the United States Department of Transportation, roughly 12% of all reportable car accidents are classified as “weather-related.” Rain, fog, sleet, snow and ice – common as they are in this part of the country – can all pose major safety risks to drivers and pedestrians and contribute to an increased likelihood of a…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Brake-Checking in North Carolina
Drivers can become frustrated or angry with other drivers, and when this happens, some people can lose their temper and engage in risky behaviors like tailgating, cutting others off by engaging in dangerous lane changes, or, in some cases, by slamming on their brakes so that a vehicle following them will have to brake hard…
Read MoreNorth Carolina Expands Underinsured Motorist Coverage: What Drivers Need to Know
North Carolina recently made changes to its insurance law. As of July 1, 2025, the state began requiring that all new insurance policies include underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage. The requirement also applies to renewed policies. The change provides additional protection for drivers compared to the minimum liability coverage they previously carried. What this change means…
Read MoreWho’s Liable When Technology Fails? Self-Driving Features & Personal Injury Claims in NC
The glossy ads show hands‑free bliss, but even the best driver‑assist packages today can miss a dull gray pickup truck at dawn. When a sensor misreads the road and you wake up in a ditch, the big question becomes simple: Who pays? Legally, most so‑called self‑driving cars are only Level 2 automation, meaning the human driver…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Car Accidents
North Carolina roads see nearly 300,000 car accidents every year. Although the stress and confusion that follow a car accident are normal responses, confusion is not inevitable. The more you understand about how car accident claims work, the easier it will be to assert a successful claim. Following is a list of the top ten…
Read MoreCar Seats and Collision Liability: What Every Parent Should Know
The screeching of tires. The shattering of glass. Few sounds strike more fear into a parent’s heart than those of a car accident with their child in the backseat. Every year, thousands of children are involved in motor vehicle accidents across the United States, including North Carolina. Many suffer serious injuries. Some don’t survive. At…
Read MoreHow Dash Cam Evidence Can Strengthen Your North Carolina Car Accident Case
Car accidents can happen in a split second, and in the moments that follow, it can be difficult to figure out exactly what happened. This is especially true when drivers and witnesses have conflicting accounts. Today’s advancements in technology have made it easier to capture evidence that can help establish what really happened. If you’ve…
Read MoreUsing Traffic Cameras in Car Accident Cases in Charlotte
More and more visual evidence of an accident is becoming available to show how accidents happen. Some of the evidence comes from dashcams in one or more vehicles involved in the accident. Witnesses in other vehicles, nearby residences, and commercial locations may also have security video capturing the accident. Web cameras used to monitor traffic…
Read MoreChanges to North Carolina Auto Insurance Law: What to Expect in 2025
In 2025, North Carolina is making some big changes to their auto insurance laws. This year, you’ll see higher minimum liability limits and new rules regarding inter-policy stacking. Lawmakers hope these changes provide better protection for drivers and accident victims. However, increasing the limits can also lead to higher insurance costs for drivers. Today, we’ll…
Read MoreWhat If the Insurance Company Offers a Settlement?
Not every person relishes the idea of a jury trial, so when the insurance company comes around with a settlement offer, it can be tempting to take it. After all, if you were hurt in a crash, you likely have mounting medical bills, and you could be out of work: accepting the offer now might…
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