Personal Injury

According to data from North Carolina’s Division of Child Development and Early Education, nearly 220,000 children were enrolled in public and private daycare programs across the state between 2022 and 2023. During that same time period, the agency documented 587 serious daycare-related injuries, and – tragically – three child fatalities. When we send our children…

When you’re injured as a result of another person’s poor decision-making, you probably want to hold them accountable as soon as you possibly can. Costs start piling up rapidly after an accident, and between medical expenses, lost wages and other economic losses, time is of the essence for you to take back control of your…

Social media accounts like Meta, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and “X” are ubiquitous today. Millions of Americans have at least one such account. Although social media can be a great way to share experiences, photos, and videos with family, friends, and the public, if you are the plaintiff in a personal injury lawsuit or are making…

In North Carolina personal injury claims, the standard of proving liability is usually negligence. The question of whether negligence caused the plaintiff’s claimed harm can include two additional inquiries: Whether the plaintiff was contributorily negligent, which could act as a bar to recovery against the defendant; and Whether the defendant’s alleged negligent behavior rose to…

There are two parts to every type of accident claim. The first part involves showing that another person or company is liable for your accident. The second part involves determining what your damages are. If you’re in a vehicle accident (car, truck, motorcycle, or any other type of vehicle), a pedestrian or a bicycle accident;…

When our lawyers file personal injury and wrongful death claims, we focus on everyone responsible for your injuries. In most cases, another person or a business is responsible for your accident. For example, in a trucking accident, the truck driver or the truck driver’s employer may be liable. There are situations where the state of…

You won a personal injury settlement. Maybe it wasn’t a courtroom showdown, perhaps it was settled quietly, but either way, the paperwork is signed, and the check is in your hands (or bank account). Cue the sigh of relief. But now comes tax season. And you start wondering if this money will come back and…

After a serious accident, emotional distress can feel just as overwhelming as physical injuries. Anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or other mental health challenges stemming from an accident can seriously affect your life. If you’re in North Carolina and dealing with the emotional harm caused by someone else’s actions, you may be wondering, “Can I…