Charlotte, NC Legal News

Getting hurt in an accident is never something anyone plans for. One minute you're driving to work, the grocery store, or picking up your kids—and the next, everything changes. The shock alone is overwhelming, but the confusion that follows can be just as intense. You’re suddenly juggling doctor...

When you’re involved in a rear-end collision, everything can feel like it happens in slow motion, yet the aftermath often comes at you fast. From vehicle damage and insurance claims to dealing with pain or confusion about what to do next, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Even when the crash seems ...

Car accidents and personal injuries can turn life upside down in seconds. Whether it’s a minor fender bender or a serious crash, the aftermath often brings more questions than answers. You may be left wondering who will pay your medical bills, how to handle insurance adjusters, or what to do if yo...

Accidents caused by property hazards can leave people feeling overwhelmed, confused, and unsure about what to do next. Whether it’s a loose handrail, an uneven walkway, or a slippery floor in a business or residential area, these types of incidents can result in serious injuries. Many people don�...

After a car accident, confusion often takes over. You may feel overwhelmed with questions about insurance coverage, medical expenses, and what steps to take next. It’s completely natural to feel uncertain, especially when the physical and emotional effects of a crash are still fresh. In moments li...

Life can turn upside down in an instant. One second you're driving home or walking through a store, and the next, you're hurt, confused, and wondering what to do next. If you’ve been injured in Charlotte, knowing where to turn for clear, helpful advice is not always easy. You might feel overwhelme...

It’s something no one expects. You’re walking through your neighborhood in Charlotte or visiting a friend when, out of nowhere, a dog charges, bites, and leaves you injured and shaken. In the aftermath, you’re not just dealing with the pain and fear but also the uncertainty. Who pays for the m...

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the term vehicle as “a means of carrying or transporting something //planes, trains and other vehicles.” It lists motor vehicles as an example. The dictionary defines motor vehicle as “an automotive vehicle not operated on rails” and “especially: one ...

It would be great if everyone did the right thing all the time and nothing bad ever happened. However, that is unrealistic for a number of reasons. One of the biggest might be that people disagree over what is right and wrong.  While every country has laws and regulations that it expects its ci...

Individuals who have been injured in a car accident, by a doctor, or by another party often decide to bring a personal injury suit against the wrongdoer. The majority of Americans can be sued individually and held liable for injuries that they caused. There are however exceptions to when individuals...

What happens if you are bitten by a dog in North Carolina? Is the dog owner liable? What damages can you recover? The answer to those questions depends on a number of factors including whether the dog has previously bitten someone.  Dog bites cases fall under the personal injury arena. North Ca...

Premises liability is a legal theory of negligence when an injury was caused due to an unsafe or defective condition on an individual’s property. premises liability varies in definitions and applications from state to state. There are a multitude of scenarios and circumstances that play a signific...

Plaintiffs who are considering a malpractice lawsuit most commonly think of pursuing a suit against a doctor. Doctors, however, are not the only medical professionals who can cause patient injury through malpractice. Dentists and orthodontists can be sued as well when the services they provide to a ...

Cauda Equina Syndrome Misdiagnosis Cauda equina syndrome (CES) arises through damage or compression to the cauda equina (Latin for horse's tail). The Cauda Equina is a bundle of nerves at the lower end of the spinal cord in the lumbosacral spine. The bundle of nerves sends and receive messages to an...

North Carolina’s Disclosure of Body Cam Footage Laws Transparency in law enforcement is at the forefront of public policy issues now more than ever.  Disclosing body cam footage worn by law enforcement is at the center of it all.  Does the government’s need to closely guard the use of ...

As mentioned in another informative article, there are multiple damages that may be available to a plaintiff and/or an immediate family member of an injured plaintiff. Negligent infliction of emotional distress (NIED) is a claim that an immediate family member of an injured plaintiff may bring again...

The Charlotte Observer reports that alcohol was a factor in a deadly boating accident on Lake Norman early this morning. The driver of the boat was killed when the boat hit a dock, causing him to be ejected from the boat. Two other passengers in the boat suffered minor scrapes and bruises but were n...