Charlotte, NC Legal News

After a car accident, life can feel instantly unsettled. One moment you are going about your day, and the next you are dealing with vehicle damage, physical pain, and a flood of questions about what comes next. Many people in Charlotte find themselves unsure about their rights, worried about medical...

After a car accident, especially one involving a head injury, it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed. Between medical appointments, insurance calls, and the lingering effects of a concussion or more serious trauma, many people are left wondering where to turn next. Choosing the right legal supp...

Losing a loved one because of someone else’s careless actions can leave families feeling overwhelmed, confused, and unsure about what comes next. In the middle of grief, there are often sudden questions about medical bills, funeral costs, and how the household will move forward financially. Many f...

A serious dog bite can turn an ordinary day into a stressful and confusing experience. Between medical visits, concerns about infection or scarring, and questions about who is responsible, it is normal to feel unsure about what to do next. Many people in Charlotte find themselves wondering how to pr...

Losing a loved one because of a workplace accident is devastating, and the days that follow often feel confusing and overwhelming. Families are suddenly faced with emotional pain, financial uncertainty, and unanswered questions about what comes next. In Charlotte, North Carolina, many people find th...

Life can change in an instant after a serious motorcycle crash, especially when injuries affect mobility or independence. Paralysis brings a level of uncertainty that most people are never prepared for, and the days following an accident often feel overwhelming. Medical appointments, financial stres...

Winter weather in Charlotte can turn a routine grocery run into a frightening experience. Icy store entrances, wet floors, and rushed maintenance during cold snaps often create dangerous conditions that catch people off guard. When a sudden slip and fall leads to serious harm, the shock can linger l...

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...