Following a car accident that results from someone else’s negligence, you can expect a call from the at-fault party’s insurance adjuster. An adjuster determines how much the insurance company should pay for your injuries. While it may seem easier than filing a...
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Injured on a crosswalk: Understanding pedestrian rights
Pedestrians are the most vulnerable on the road. They could suffer serious injuries when they get into accidents, especially if it involves a motor vehicle. While there are stringent measures to warrant pedestrians’ safety on the road, such as establishing designated...
What to do when sitting next to an unruly passenger
Flying by plane is among the safest modes of transportation, yet many passengers cannot shake off the feeling that something might happen. It is not without cause. Airlines have reported that unruly passengers and their bad behavior continue to cause trouble...
North Carolina accident and injury claim limits and deadlines
Wouldn't it be nice if you could take your time filing a vehicle accident and injury claim? You could gather more evidence to support the facts and still have plenty of time to uncover and account for all your accident injuries. Unfortunately, there are deadlines to...
The mental impact of chronic pain after a wreck
Vehicular collisions commonly result in physical injuries. More often than not, these are immediately apparent and even if they are not, a skilled doctor can detect them quickly with tests. Physical injuries can result in chronic pain, which in turn can impact a...
What kinds of damages can you obtain after a car wreck?
You don’t need anyone telling you about the injury hazards associated with motor vehicle accidents. However, you may benefit from discovering more about the financial compensation available to North Carolina accident victims. Assuming you or a loved one has recently...
Road rage triggers and how to avoid them
Nearly 80% of us have encountered an aggressive driver. You know the type. They’re the car dangerously accelerating behind you, lights flashing and horn blaring. You have no idea what set them off, but you do know that you’d better get out of their way and fast!...
This age group causes the most serious car accidents
There's always the chance that any driver could cause a car accident leading to serious injuries or even a fatality. But you may have wondered if there's any way to figure out which group of drivers poses the biggest threat. After all, you have to share the road with...
You can be ticketed for speeding within the posted limit
Posted speed limits throughout North Carolina (and the rest of the country) are based on state and local laws. The terrain may determine them as well. For example, sharp curves on mountain roads typically have low-speed limits. Drivers need to abide by these speed...
Why trucks should not be overloaded
Trucks and commercial vehicles carry vital goods both to and from the state of North Carolina. Usually, these journeys go without incident because regulations are followed and drivers are careful. Nonetheless, trucks are always a potential danger due to their sheer...