Automobile Accidents

What you do after the at-fault driver denies responsibility in North Carolina may significantly affect your claim. If you handle the denial strategically, perhaps by pointing to evidence that reinforces your case, your claim could remain strong. In contrast, if you are passive about the denial, you might create confusion and give the insurer opportunities…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…