Charlotte, NC Legal News

When a serious accident happens, everything can feel uncertain. The physical pain is only part of the struggle because the emotional and financial pressure can grow quickly. People often try to handle things on their own at first, but when injuries are life threatening, the stakes are too high to gu...

When a broken arm happens because of an accident, the stress that follows can feel overwhelming. The pain, medical appointments, and disruption to daily life often leave people unsure about what to do next. It can be especially confusing when the injury was caused by someone else’s carelessness. M...

When a dog bite leads to a hand injury, life can suddenly feel complicated. Many people do not realize how much they rely on their hands until everyday tasks become uncomfortable or even painful. It can be frustrating to deal with medical appointments, swelling, stiffness, and the uncertainty of whe...

Back injuries after a crash can leave anyone feeling unsettled, especially when the pain is not immediately obvious. Many people walk away thinking they are fine, only to realize days later that something feels off. That sense of uncertainty can make the entire situation even more stressful, particu...

When a serious tractor-trailer accident happens, the aftermath can leave people feeling overwhelmed. Many people are unsure where to begin or how to protect themselves as they try to handle painful injuries, medical bills, and the stress of not knowing what comes next. It is common to feel uncertain...

Losing someone you love because of a workplace accident brings a level of pain and uncertainty that feels impossible to prepare for. Families are suddenly faced with questions about financial stability, how benefits work, and what steps they should take to protect themselves. It can feel overwhelmin...

After an accident, it is completely normal to feel uncertain about what your next steps should look like. Back injuries are especially troubling because they can affect everything from your ability to work to the way you go about your daily routine. Many people in Charlotte find themselves unsure ab...

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...