Car Accident
Representative Case: Personal Injury Claim Settled in Mediation
The personal injury team, led by senior partner Adam Seifer, at our Charlotte law firm is experienced in bringing justice and just compensation to those who have been injured due to the negligent actions of others. While we are always ready to take your case to trial, we are often able to settle the case…
Read MoreHow to Stay Safe on the Roads This Thanksgiving
As the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday approaches, North Carolina roads will once again be packed with holiday travelers. Thanksgiving travel is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels, with AAA predicting that around 1.5 million North Carolinians will travel at least 50 miles for the holiday and 89% of those Thanksgiving travelers will be driving. Tips for staying…
Read MoreHow to File a Claim for Diminished Value in North Carolina
Car accidents are stressful and traumatic times for everyone involved. If you are ever involved in an accident, you should first seek medical attention for any apparent (or non-apparent) injuries. It is so important that you make sure you are treated before doing anything else. If the accident is not your fault, and your injuries…
Read MoreWhat happens if I’m in a car accident and I don’t have valid insurance?
All drivers in North Carolina are required to have car insurance, and, when it expires, police officers can pull over and cite those who drive without insurance. Often, we hear clients ask: What happens if I’m in a car accident and I don’t have valid insurance? The penalties for driving without car insurance in North…
Read MoreHow is a Trucking Accident Different than an Auto Accident When it Comes to the Law?
While it is true that a person can be severely injured in both an auto and trucking accident, if you have been involved in an accident with a commercial vehicle it takes an attorney with experience in handling cases against big trucking companies to get the best result for you. According to the 2017 Federal…
Read MoreYour Next Step: Pedestrian Hit by a Motor Vehicle in NC
According to the NC Department of Transportation, each year more than 2,000 police-reported motor vehicle accidents involve a pedestrian hit by a motor vehicle; 150-200 of those are fatal and 200-300 of those accidents result in serious injury. Those statistics may or may not mean something to you, but do you know what to do…
Read MoreVisitors’ Guide to Driving in North Carolina
An estimated 39 million families in the US are planning to travel this Thanksgiving, meaning no matter where you live, roads are likely to be more congested than normal. No one wants to spend their holiday dealing with the aftermath of an accident, but if you are injured in an accident, our personal injury attorneys…
Read MoreWhen are you most at risk for a car accident in Charlotte?
According to the Charlotte Observer, Charlotte experienced a 10% increase in car accidents last year – about 31,000 total crashes. A few weeks ago, we talked about the frustrations commuters experience on the roads in Charlotte and laid out some steps you can take to make your commute safer for not only yourself but also…
Read MoreHow to make your Charlotte commute safe for everyone on the road
As a fellow Charlotte commuter, I know how traffic can get during morning and evening rush hours. It’s easy to get frustrated when you’re running late and I-77 is backed up, but don’t take your frustration out on the other drivers who are in the exact same position you are. Avoid causing or being the…
Read MoreRidesharing: What to do if you are in an accident
Ridesharing services like UBER and Lyft have become popular forms of transportation in Charlotte in the last couple of years. Riders use the services to avoid dealing with Charlotte traffic, as well as to avoid driving impaired after a night out. Requesting an UBER, Lyft, or even a taxi if you’ve had too much to…
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