Rockingham Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers
Strong advocacy for victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and other vehicle accidents
Motor vehicle accidents on Interstates 73 and 74, State Routes 1, 74, and 220, and all other Rockingham roads can change or end a life in an instant. A serious motor vehicle accident can leave survivors struggling with countless physical, psychological, and financial hardships. When injuries lead to multiple surgeries and treatments, victims have the right to file personal injury claims to recoup their economic losses and to compensate them for their pain and suffering. The families of deceased victims have the right to file a wrongful death claim on behalf of their loved ones.
Fortunately, you don’t have to face this difficult time alone. At Price, Petho & Associates, our Rockingham experienced motor vehicle accident attorneys have been advocating for injured drivers, passengers, and others since 1979. We have a strong record of verdicts and settlements in personal injury cases. We understand the unique challenges in vehicle accident claims such as the need to investigate the accident site as quickly as possible, and how the North Carolina insurance laws work.
What would you like to know?
- How dangerous are motor vehicle accidents?
- What types of motor vehicle accident claims do you handle?
- What are common injuries from Rockingham motor vehicle accidents?
- What causes motor vehicle accidents in Rockingham?
- How much is my Rockingham motor vehicle accident claim worth?
- What you should know about insurance companies
- What is the statute of limitations for motor vehicle accident claims in North Carolina?
- Do you have a motor vehicle accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are motor vehicle accidents?
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, 1,470 people died in traffic accidents on North Carolina roads in 2019. More than 125,000 people were injured that same year.
These incidents can involve various types of vehicles and different parties in Rockingham, North Carolina. Motor vehicles can include drivers and passengers in sedans, pickup trucks, and SUVs, as well as motorcyclists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. We also regularly help clients who have been involved in accidents with commercial motor vehicles.
What types of motor vehicle accident claims do you handle?
We represent anyone injured in the following type of vehicle accidents:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Uber and Lyft accidents
- Taxi accidents
- ATVs, golf carts, and other recreational vehicles
- Bus accidents
Our Rockingham motor vehicle accidents handle all types of accidents including:
- Head-on crashes
- Broadsides
- Rear-end collisions
- Multi-vehicle accidents
- Single-car accidents
- Rollovers
- Jackknifes
- Blind spot accidents
- Accidents due to defective parts
- Accidents due to bad weather
If you’ve been in any type of vehicle accident, you can trust the lawyers at Price, Petho & Associates to have the skills, experience, and resources to argue your case before a jury and negotiate strong settlements with the insurance companies.
What are common injuries from Rockingham motor vehicle accidents?
Unfortunately, injuries sustained in a Rockingham vehicle accident are often severe. It is common for the attorneys at Price, Petho & Associates to help clients who have sustained the following injuries:
- Traumatic brain injuries and head trauma
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Traumatic amputations/limb loss
- Simple, compound, complex, and multiple fractures
- Burn injuries
- Soft tissue, nerve, muscle, and ligament damage
- Severe lacerations or puncture wounds
- Whiplash injuries
- Severe back and neck injuries
- Internal organ damage or internal bleeding
In addition to these serious injuries, our Rockingham motor vehicle accident attorneys also help clients who have sustained significant emotional and psychological trauma because of the accident. Many victims who have scars or disfigurement need to consult with psychologists and other mental health counselors to regain their self-esteem.
What causes motor vehicle accidents in Rockingham?
Some of the most common causes of the collisions that we help clients with include drivers:
- Disregarding traffic laws such as speeding, failing to yield, and improper merging
- Operating too fast for conditions
- Operating while impaired by alcohol or drugs
- Operating while distracted by phones or other devices
- Driving while tired
- Driving too fast for weather conditions
- Driving too fast for traffic conditions
- Driver inexperience
We also represent accident victims when a motor vehicle crash is due to a defective auto part or a defective roadway.
How much is my Rockingham motor vehicle accident claim worth?
People who are injured by the careless or negligent actions of another driver in Rockingham are entitled to various types of compensation for their losses. At Price, Petho & Associates, our traffic accident attorneys are regularly able to help clients recover the following:
- Full coverage of their medical bills – current and future
- Lost wages if they cannot work – current and future
- General household out-of-pocket expenses
- Property damage expenses
- Pain and suffering damages
- Compensation for scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life damages
- Loss of consortium
- Possible punitive damages against a grossly negligent party
The total amount of compensation available in the aftermath of a Rockingham vehicle accident case will vary depending on the circumstances surrounding each situation. We work with doctors to fully show what injuries you have, what medical care you will need, and every way that your injuries are making your life difficult. We work with your employers and financial professionals to verify your economic losses.
If a loved one died in a car accident or any other type of accident, we demand that the liable parties pay your wrongful death damages.
Google Reviews
I reached out to Price, Petho, and Associates after I found myself in need of an attorney for an accident I was in that led to personal injury. This was my first experience with something like this and they guided me through the process every step of the way. Every question I had was answered promptly and I truly feel they had my best interest at heart. I highly recommend them if you should find yourself in need of these services.
- C.P.
BEST ATTORNEYS
Price Petho and Associates are the best Attorneys in Law I’ve ever worked with. I was involved in a car accident last year and since I was injured, they handled my case and did not disappoint, they took care of everything. Also, my wife got rear ended in her car (total loss) about 6 months ago and my insurance company was delaying our claim and payment, we went to Price Petho and Associates again for some advice, Margaret E. Ford welcomed us right away, we explained the situation, she understood and explained to us what options we had. She was extremely knowledgeable about cases like this, she even called our insurance company for us and made them pay us the same day we talked to her. I’m very glad we asked for their help.
- Y. M.
What you should know about insurance companies
Oftentimes, insurance company representatives will take advantage of injury victims by offering them an inadequate settlement amount. While it may seem like a substantial amount of money at first glance, it rarely provides for a victim’s actual financial and medical needs. And, once the settlement is accepted, the injury victim can’t pursue additional damages in the future.
Our legal team negotiates with insurance companies on your behalf. We anticipate the arguments that insurance companies and defense lawyers use to try to deny or minimize your claim. We only negotiate with the insurance companies when the severity of your injuries and the type of treatment you need is clear. We refuse to back down when negotiating with insurance carriers, and we are ready to take your case to trial if necessary.
What is the statute of limitations for motor vehicle accident claims in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, plaintiffs have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. They only have two years to file a wrongful death claim.
It is in your best interest to contact a lawyer at our firm as soon as possible. This gives our team time to collect the necessary evidence, evaluate the accident report, and develop an effective litigation strategy.
Do you have a motor vehicle accident lawyer near me?
Our Rockingham office is conveniently located at 801 E Broad Ave, #17 in Rockingham, NC. We also have offices in Charlotte and Rutherfordton. For your convenience, we can hold your appointment at your home, hospital, or nursing home.
Injured in a motor vehicle accident? Call us in Rockingham today
The lawyers at Price, Petho & Associates have been helping North Carolina residents secure compensation since 1979. We have recovered multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents. We understand how difficult it can be to take legal action when you’re simultaneously recovering from injuries. Our Rockingham motor vehicle accident attorneys take pride in managing all details of a client’s case. We promise to return every call and keep you updated on all aspects of your case. You can recover in confidence because your case is in capable hands.
Contact Price, Petho & Associates at 704-372-2160 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t have to pay any attorney fees until you’re awarded compensation.
Google Reviews
I reached out to Price, Petho, and Associates after I found myself in need of an attorney for an accident I was in that led to personal injury. This was my first experience with something like this and they guided me through the process every step of the way. Every question I had was answered promptly and I truly feel they had my best interest at heart. I highly recommend them if you should find yourself in need of these services.
- C.P.
BEST ATTORNEYS
Price Petho and Associates are the best Attorneys in Law I’ve ever worked with. I was involved in a car accident last year and since I was injured, they handled my case and did not disappoint, they took care of everything. Also, my wife got rear ended in her car (total loss) about 6 months ago and my insurance company was delaying our claim and payment, we went to Price Petho and Associates again for some advice, Margaret E. Ford welcomed us right away, we explained the situation, she understood and explained to us what options we had. She was extremely knowledgeable about cases like this, she even called our insurance company for us and made them pay us the same day we talked to her. I’m very glad we asked for their help.
- Y. M.