Car accidents are traumatic experiences. The aftermath of a serious accident can be overwhelming. You may have questions if you were in a crash and weren’t wearing a seatbelt. You may ask, “Does not wearing a seatbelt affect an insurance claim?” Insurance companies scrutinize every detail of a motor vehicle accident, including seatbelt use, and…
Many people assume that when a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, the driver is always to blame. But can a pedestrian be at fault for a car accident? Yes, under certain conditions, an injured pedestrian can be legally responsible for injuries to others in a car accident. Can a Pedestrian Be At Fault for…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after someone lives through a violent or life-threatening event. The types of events that may cause PTSD symptoms include serious car crashes and other motor vehicle accidents, assaults, natural disasters, and combat. A traumatic event, such as a high-speed car crash, can cause…
A car accident can change your life in an instant. However, understanding the cause of the collision can take much longer. Two common causes of car accidents are driver error and mechanical failure. Determining the extent to which each contributed to the crash is crucial for maximizing your compensation. Depending on how the collision occurred,…
Knowing how to choose a car accident lawyer is challenging, particularly if it’s your first time seeking legal assistance. How do you sort the good from the bad, and what makes a “good” car accident lawyer, anyway? If you need help finding legal support, follow these tips. Find a Lawyer that Focuses on Personal Injury…
If you were the victim of a car accident that aggravated a pre-existing condition in North Carolina, can you seek compensation? Fortunately, the answer is yes – depending on the circumstances. However, seeking the compensation you need for the worsening of your pre-existing condition can be challenging without solid medical evidence detailing your condition and the…
A severe car accident can lead to thousands of dollars in medical bills, which typically makes medical expenses a significant component of a car accident settlement. Unfortunately, not all car accident settlements include enough compensation to cover hefty medical bills. What can you do if your medical bills exceed the amount of a proposed car…
Car accidents can be overwhelming, especially when you’re left to deal with injuries, medical bills, lost income, pain, suffering, and insurance claims. One often overlooked but crucial element is the importance of witness statements in car accident claims. Independent witnesses can provide an unbiased view of what happened, capturing details that those involved may miss…
Being involved in a car accident can be a life-altering experience. Beyond the immediate physical injuries, victims often endure agonizing emotional and psychological distress. While the costs of pain and suffering do not appear on an itemized hospital bill, they are real impacts accident victims suffer that warrant compensation. If you’ve been injured in a…
On October 3, 2023, Senate Bill 452 passed and became law. It changed many things in various kinds of insurance, but the most important to our clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents are the changes regarding the minimum auto insurance liability limits. These changes go into effect January 1, 2025. Since 1999…
