15 March

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What Facts and Evidence Should You Gather at the Scene of a Car Accident?

The aftermath of a car accident can cause a haze, panic, and the urgent need to seek medical care. While caring for any injuries after a car accident should be your priority, gathering facts and car accident evidence at the scene once you’ve been cared for can make a big difference in who ends up paying for all the medical bills and the car accident repairs. North Carolina is a tort-based state, meaning whoever is responsible for the accident must pay, so the evidence will help prove that. What Accident Scene Evidence Should I Gather At The Scene Of A Car Accident? Once...

18 July

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How Are Distracted Driving Accidents Treated in North Carolina?

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in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

According to the National Safety Council, auto accidents occur in a split second -- and more than 330,000 people suffer injuries every year as a result of distracted driving accidents. Most states have distracted driving laws to govern fault in these cases, but what you’re allowed varies, such as cell phone laws. North Carolina has some complicated statutes, such as you can receive calls while driving, but you can not text. Understanding what you’re allowed and prohibited from doing can help prevent an accident and enable you to know if another driver was at fault. What Constitutes As Distracted Driving In...

04 July

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What Makes a Driver “At-Fault” in North Carolina?

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in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

In North Carolina, if your actions contributed even one percent to the overall occurrence of an accident, you're at fault. The State is one of the most severe and unforgiving when it comes to a fault in traffic accidents. North Carolina enforces a "shared fault" or "contributory negligence" rule, which means that no one can claim monetary damages for the accident if more than one party is at fault. How Is Accident Fault Determined In North Carolina? North Carolina's contributory negligence law binds judges and juries when deciding who committed any fault in an accident and how much money a wronged party should...

16 May

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Make Sure You Collect This Info At the Scene of a Traffic Accident

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in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

The moments following a car accident can cause your heart to start pounding and make you feel panicked to ensure everyone is alright. Despite the anxiety you might be feeling, it’s essential to regain your focus and collect critical information at the scene of your traffic accident to ensure you can receive proper compensation later. What Information Do I Need To Collect At The Scene Of A Traffic Accident? After a car collision occurs, the police or -- and sometimes both -- your insurance company will need to decide who was at fault for the accident. To do this, you’ll need to exchange...

03 January

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Have a Plan for Traffic Accident

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in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents

Traffic accidents occur instantly and cause damage, financial issues, and even medical issues in the weeks and months to come. Safe driving helps eliminate some risk of traffic accidents, but often car accidents might not even be your fault. Having a plan before an accident occurs will help you handle the stressful and frantic moment better if it occurs. How Do You Know Who Is At Fault In A Traffic Accident? Knowing who caused a traffic accident isn't always clear cut, such as when two drivers merge into a single lane and collide. In general, traffic laws will help determine who was the careless...

15 August

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The Danger of Self – Driving Cars for Pedestrians

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in Car Accidents

Many studies predict that self-driving cars will bring a huge reduction in traffic fatalities, but we haven’t reached that future yet. Autonomous vehicles (AV) might help diminish accidents vis-à-vis other vehicles, but there’s evidence that they may pose notable risks to pedestrians....

10 July

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Raleigh Car Accidents with Scooters—Everything You Need to Know

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In July 2018, Raleigh became home to 1,500 electric scooters–and people are either loving or hating them. On the plus side, they’re cheap, convenient, and add a spark of fun to getting around the city. On the downside, they come with risks: between July and December 2018, there were 31 crashes in Raleigh involving scooters and cars....

28 June

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What if I’m Partially at Fault in a North Carolina Car Accident?

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After a car accident, one of your first thoughts might be: whose fault was this? In North Carolina, this is a very significant question. Read more....

18 April

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Why You Should Seek Medical Treatment Immediately After an Accident

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in Car Accidents, Civil Liability, Drugged Driving, Personal Injury Articles, Workers Comp Articles

Being involved in an accident can be traumatic and frightening, but it can happen to anyone. More than 267,000 car accidents and 71,000 work-related accidents happen in North Carolina each year....

26 March

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How Prescription Drugs Can Cause Auto Accidents

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in Car Accidents, Civil Liability, Drugged Driving, Personal Injury Articles

Most of us understand that prescription drugs and driving do not mix. Prescription drugs can dramatically increase the risk of car accidents and personal injury to yourself or others. Learn more...