How Is Pain And Suffering Calculated In North Carolina?
If you were hurt in a car accident in North Carolina and you are trying to figure out how pain and suffering is “calculated,” the most important point is that North Carolina law does not give any fixed formula. There is no statute, jury instruction, or official “pain and suffering calculator” that says you get […]
Should I Talk To The Other Driver’s Insurance Company?
If you were in a car accident in North Carolina and the other driver’s insurance company starts calling, you do not have to sit through a long interrogation or give a recorded statement. You can be polite and confirm basic facts, but you are generally not required to give the at-fault insurer a detailed account […]
What Are The Minimum Auto Insurance Limits In North Carolina?
If you drive in North Carolina, the minimum auto liability limits for policies issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2025 are 50/100/50. In practice, that means 50,000 dollars of bodily injury liability coverage per person, 100,000 dollars of bodily injury liability coverage per accident total, and 50,000 dollars of property damage liability coverage […]
Duke University Hospital Nurse Sexual Assault Allegations In North Carolina
Reports that a nurse at Duke University Hospital has been criminally charged for alleged sexual assaults of patients have raised urgent questions about patient safety in Durham and across North Carolina. If you or someone you love may have been harmed in a medical setting, it can be hard to separate confirmed information from what […]
What Happens If The Other Driver Is Underinsured In North Carolina?
If you were hurt in a car accident in North Carolina and just learned that the other driver does not have enough insurance to cover your losses, the next steps can feel confusing. When the at-fault driver is underinsured, your own underinsured motorist coverage, often called UIM, may help make up the difference. That extra […]
Concussion And Traumatic Brain Injury After A North Carolina Crash What To Watch For?
If you were in a car accident in North Carolina and hit your head or feel “off,” it is important to take that seriously. Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are common after crashes in places like Raleigh, Charlotte, and Greensboro, or along highways such as I-40 and I-85. Symptoms can show up right […]
What Counts As A Serious Injury After A Car Accident In North Carolina?
If you were badly hurt in a car accident in North Carolina, it is natural to wonder whether your injuries count as “serious” in a legal sense. In civil cases, lawyers and insurers usually use “serious injury” to describe harm that significantly changes your health or daily life, such as major medical care, lasting pain […]
How Long Does It Take To Heal From Whiplash And How Does That Affect A Claim?
If you have whiplash after a car accident in North Carolina, wondering how long it will take to heal is completely natural. Some people feel better within a few weeks. Others need several weeks or a few months of care. A smaller group will develop longer lasting neck symptoms after rear-end collisions in city traffic […]
Statutes of Limitations for Different Types of Personal Injury Cases
When you are injured in North Carolina, understanding how long you have to take legal action is one of the most important steps toward protecting your rights. Every state has time limits, known as statutes of limitations, that determine how long you have to file a lawsuit. If you wait too long, your claim can […]
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
When you have been injured in North Carolina, one of the first questions you may have is how much it will cost to hire a personal injury lawyer. The answer depends on the type of case and how it progresses, but the process is far more affordable than many people expect. Our firm works on […]