North Carolina Legal Blog
When a child is hurt in a car wreck in North Carolina, that child’s parents or guardians can pursue compensation from the parties responsible for the collision. This compensation can include money for the child’s medical bills, other costs associated with the child’s care, and the pain and long-term consequences the child endures. Sadly, children…
Generally, if a driver is on the DoorDash app, there is an exclusion in their personal policy, and they would then be covered by DoorDash. If the driver is not actively working, their own insurance is responsible. Because of these unique considerations, car accident claims involving a DoorDash driver can be notably different from most…
If you’re in a rental car accident, you should do the same things you would do after any auto accident. You should move to a safe area, call 911, document the scene, and seek medical attention. With a rental car, you should also notify the car rental company and review your insurance coverage. Rental car…
It’s critical to seek medical attention within 72 hours of a car accident to protect your health and right to compensation. Delaying treatment may cause your injuries to worsen or provide insurance companies with a ready-made excuse to question whether the injuries actually stemmed from the crash. Document any unavoidable delays and inform your attorney…
Expert witnesses can play a crucial role in a personal injury lawsuit by establishing how an accident caused a person’s injuries and testifying to the future costs of the injured person’s medical care and other related expenses. If you or your loved one sustained serious injuries due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, you should seek…
North Carolina’s Good Samaritan Law grants immunity from civil liability to volunteers who provide emergency medical assistance. Under this law, you can’t be liable for any injuries you may cause or fail to prevent when giving good-faith medical aid in an emergency. North Carolina requires drivers to pull over and render assistance after a car…
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere, from grocery stores to hotels to office buildings and city sidewalks. They often occur due to a property owner’s poor maintenance or a lack of warning about potential hazards. However, they’re usually preventable with the proper care and precautions. Ultimately, property owners are legally responsible for keeping their premises safe….
North Carolina does not have statewide breed-specific laws about dangerous dogs. However, some communities have enacted prohibitions on specific dog breeds to protect residents from the risk of dog bite injuries and dangerous dog attacks. If you own a dog and are moving to a different city in North Carolina, or if you’re considering getting…
The victim of a car accident has a lot to worry about concerning their recovery. In addition to focusing on the medical care they need, a victim must be aware of how they are going to pay for their treatment. Determining what is adequate compensation for damages after an accident is vital to fully compensating…
The driver of the trailing car is usually but not always found to be at fault. While some rear-end accidents are simple fender-benders that result in minor property damage, many others cause serious injuries. A rear-end collision can be devastating. The occupants in the vehicle that is struck from behind often don’t see the crash…
