You have to act to collect evidence immediately after an auto accident in North Carolina, if possible. This includes taking photographs of the vehicle damage at close range and before the vehicles are moved or towed away. Take the photos from all angles in order to...
Car Accidents
Taking the right steps after a hit and run
If you're involved in a motor vehicle accident in North Carolina, it is important to know what to do. Too often, people panic and don't know how to react, especially following a hit and run. This can lead to further problems and increased stress levels. Instead, you...
Do all car accident claims need a lawyer?
When you are in a car crash, you may not know what steps to take to protect yourself from expensive repairs or other costs. Do you need to hire a lawyer for your accident case? The answer depends on the damages resulting from your incident. Did you suffer a...
How could post-collision braking help drivers?
Technological advancements in automobile manufacturers have led to the development of numerous crash avoidance features. A lane-change alert might keep a driver from drifting into another vehicle while cross-traffic alerts may prevent a T-bone collision. Anti-lock...
Driving safely around school zones
It is once again school season in North Carolina, and it appears that schools will be operating under what once was termed normal conditions. This means that school buses will be back on the road during the morning and afternoons, which means that congested traffic...
What makes truck accidents different from car accidents?
Truck accidents in North Carolina are often devastating. More often than not, people are seriously injured when a large commercial truck crashes into a passenger car. To make matters worse, it can be difficult and confusing for injured victims of truck accidents to...
The serious hazards of fatigued driving
Each year, more North Carolina residents are falling asleep behind the wheel. Fatigued drivers are posing many serious hazards not only to themselves but also to others on the roadways. By understanding just how drowsiness affects a driver, you can become more...
Are drivers always at fault for an accident?
Pedestrian and cyclist accidents are dangerous types of car accidents. However, a driver may not always be at fault for hitting a pedestrian or bicycle rider. In North Carolina, drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and even vehicle manufacturers may be at fault for an...
Does partial fault ruin a car accident claim?
You were in a car accident and are wondering who's to blame. Sure, you might have been speeding a little over the limit, but the other driver completely disregarded a stop sign. You may want to pursue a claim for financial compensation. However, in North Carolina,...
Car accidents with multiple drivers: Who’s responsible?
Multiple-vehicle crashes occur when two or more vehicles collide. Multiple-car crashes in North Carolina include head-on collisions, rear-end accidents, lane changes and intersection accidents. Once a multiple-car accident happens, it is often difficult to determine...