Charlotte, NC Legal News

When a motorcycle accident happens, the first hours and days can feel overwhelming. Pain, confusion, and uncertainty can all show up at once, especially when a shoulder injury affects your daily comfort and mobility. Many people in Charlotte face these same challenges after a tough crash, and it is ...

When a family loses someone in an accident, the emotional weight can feel overwhelming. Many people describe those first days as a blur because there is so much to take in while trying to manage shock, grief, and the sudden changes that follow. During this time, it is common to feel unsure about wha...

It only takes one moment for life to change at work. A slip, a sudden twist, or an impact can leave you with a leg injury that affects everything from your daily routine to your long-term financial stability. Many people feel unsure about what to do next or how to protect their rights. It is [&helli...

A dog bite that injures your hand can turn an ordinary day upside down. It is common to feel unsure about what to do next, especially when the pain and shock make it difficult to think clearly. Many people do not realize how serious hand injuries can be until they start affecting daily tasks like [&...

After an accident in Charlotte, it is common to feel overwhelmed, especially if you are dealing with a broken arm and the sudden shift in your daily routine. Simple tasks can become difficult, and the physical pain often adds to the emotional frustration that follows an unexpected injury. Many peopl...

When a car accident leads to paralysis, the impact reaches every part of life. Daily routines suddenly feel different, and the simplest decisions can feel heavier than before. Many people in this situation look for clarity about what comes next and how to handle the financial and physical stress tha...

When a tractor-trailer collision happens, it is normal to feel overwhelmed by the sudden rush of questions and concerns. Serious truck accidents often leave people confused about where to turn, how to handle insurance calls, or what steps to take to protect themselves. These situations can feel even...

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...