Alcohol used to be the principal substance that would be blamed for causing a traffic accident. In recent years, non-prescription drugs are receiving their share of the blame for serious motor vehicle accidents. A three-car collision in Fayetteville is being blamed on...
Car Accidents
Car crashes into Hardee’s restaurant, kills two customers
Most residents of North Carolina regard fast food restaurants as a bit of a haven from the noise and bustle of the daily environment. These restaurants are certainly not regarded as prone to automobile accidents. Unhappily, two brothers from Wilson, NC, died while...
Tinnitus After a Car Accident
Car accidents are well-known for causing numerous injuries both physical and mental. For example, the traumatic force of a crash might result in cardiac issues, broken bones, and neck and back pain. However, less commonly thought of but equally important in the event...
Five common causes of delivery truck accidents
With online shopping becoming ever more prevalent in our society, delivery trucks have hit the roadways in full force. Although that may not seem like a big deal, the truth of the matter is that these vehicles often pose significant risks to unsuspecting drivers. In...
What to do after a car accident to recover damages
After a car accident, most North Carolinians just want a full recovery and get back to work. Unfortunately, some accidents cause injuries which last for months, years, or even a lifetime. This leaves the victim with thousands of dollars of medical expenses and lost...
DOT will make over busy North Carolina road
Over time, roads deteriorate for many different reasons, including inclement weather, the weight of vehicles, accidents and other issues that affect the road surface. Roads are affected in every state in the country, including in North Carolina, where they have issues...
Your phone isn’t always the biggest distraction in the car
You have heard news anchors, lawmakers, and your peers talking about putting your phone away while you drive for years now. The claim is that your phone will distract you from the road ahead and could contribute to an accident. Now that more people are putting their...
Does North Carolina have the worst drivers?
For those of us that have recently been involved in a car accident, they probably think that our state has the worst drivers. Though, if we ask the question to any North Carolinian, they may say California, Massachusetts, New York or maybe, South Carolina. Well, as it...
Cervical Fusion Surgery after a Serious Car Accident
Serious motor vehicle accidents are a major contributor to spinal injuries in the United States. Even in the mildest of accidents, neck injuries like whiplash are prevalent, due to the sudden hyperextension of the neck in response to the crash. The event places...
Spinal Cord Injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident: What you need to know
Injuries from a traumatic motor vehicle accident (MVA) can range from minor to life-threatening. One of the more vulnerable parts of the body is also one of the most essential-- the spine. A spinal cord injury (SCI) is a serious category of injury that can permanently...