Auto accidents can happen for many reasons in North Carolina including driving recklessly, negligence, driving under the influence and drowsy driving. In recent years, distracted driving has come to the forefront as being a catalyst for a growing number of collisions....
Car Accidents
Fatal auto accidents are more frequent now
During the ongoing health crisis, lives have been changed markedly in North Carolina and across the United States. In addition to what people have faced in their personal and professional lives, the overall landscape has been altered in other ways with the roads more...
What are the different types of catastrophic injuries?
Unfortunately, car accidents victims can suffer a variety of different types of catastrophic injuries that may change their lives forever. These injuries can be costly on many levels, including physically, financially and emotionally. Because car accident victims may...
Analyzing a personal injury settlement offer
A car accident can reshape your life. If you’ve been injured in one, then you know all too well the physical and emotional pain and suffering that can be thrust upon you, not to mention the financial losses caused by unexpected medical expenses and lost wages. While...
Is it safe to take that work phone call while driving?
As part of your employment, you may have been issued a company cellphone. While this makes work easier, some people in the Fayetteville area may feel like due to having a company cellphone they are always “on call” and simply cannot ignore the ding of a text message...
What are the different types of car accident damages?
Victims of car accidents can recover compensation for their damages when they have been injured by a negligent or careless driver. It is helpful for car accident victims to understand how a personal injury claim for damages can help them and to be familiar with the...
Distracted driving is dangerous and should be avoided
Distracted driving is dangerous and can cause serious car accidents and injuries to victims. The injuries and harm associated with a distracted driving-related car accident can be something victims and families are left facing and dealing with for a lifetime. For that...
North Carolina falls short of traffic safety goal
The North Carolina Department of Transportation had two big-picture goals for 2020: to improve traffic safety and to reduce the fatality rate for motor vehicle accidents. Sadly, these goals were not met. Last year, the traffic fatality rate was 1.21. As of this...
What is speeding under North Carolina law?
Right now, with so many people avoiding social contact or working from home, the roads have been remarkably empty. That's encouraged a number of drivers to put their feet on their gas pedals and see just how fast they can travel. Police officers in various parts of...
Potential cell phone distractions on the rise
North Carolina drivers might be more aware of the dangers of texting and driving, but studies show that they and motorists throughout the country might be using their phones more for gaming and social media while they drive. All of these can be dangerous distractions....