Charlotte, NC Legal News

When you’ve been hurt in an accident, even a minor one, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed. You might be unsure whether to seek medical attention or if your injuries are serious enough to warrant legal help. Many people in Charlotte face this exact situation after a car accident, slip and fall, ...

Car accidents can happen in an instant, often leaving people unsure of what to do next. Between handling insurance companies, medical appointments, and the stress of vehicle repairs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. During these moments, many people don’t realize how important it is to understand ...

After an accident, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. You may be dealing with pain, stress, and unanswered questions about how to move forward. Between medical bills, missed work, and calls from insurance adjusters, it’s easy to feel like you're drowning in tasks you didn’t ask for. When every...

Getting into a car accident can change your day, your plans, and sometimes even your future. Between medical bills, insurance claims, and missed work, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Many people in Charlotte face this situation every year and are unsure of when to reach out for help. Knowing when to...

Recovering from a serious dog attack can be a confusing and overwhelming experience. Beyond the immediate pain and medical treatment, there are longer-term concerns to think about—such as permanent scarring, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. Many people aren’t sure where to begin or who t...

Accidents involving semi-trucks on interstates can turn an ordinary day into one filled with uncertainty and pain. The aftermath of such a crash often leaves people unsure about what to do next, especially when serious injuries are involved. Between hospital visits, vehicle damage, and calls from in...

Car accidents happen when you least expect them. Whether you're dealing with a fender bender or something more serious, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Between handling medical appointments, dealing with insurance companies, and trying to figure out your next steps, it’s easy to feel lost. Ma...

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...