Charlotte, NC Legal News

Life can change in an instant after a car crash or unexpected accident. One moment you are focused on everyday routines, and the next you are dealing with pain, medical visits, missed work, and phone calls that seem to raise more questions than answers. Many people in Charlotte feel unsure about wha...

After a car accident, shoulder pain can feel confusing and frustrating, especially when it does not show up right away. Many people assume soreness will fade, only to realize days or weeks later that something is not right. Between medical visits, insurance calls, and daily responsibilities, it is e...

After an Uber crash, life can feel unsettled in ways that are hard to put into words. One moment you are heading to work, meeting friends, or getting home after a long day, and the next you are dealing with injuries, vehicle damage, missed time, and constant questions about what comes next. Many peo...

A sudden accident that leads to paralysis can turn everyday life upside down in ways most people never expect. Beyond the immediate medical shock, there is often a growing sense of worry about the future, especially when long term care costs start to become clear. Hospital stays, rehabilitation, in ...

A serious dog bite can turn an ordinary day into a stressful situation filled with pain, confusion, and unanswered questions. Medical bills can start piling up quickly, injuries may take longer to heal than expected, and it is not always clear who should be held responsible. Many people in this posi...

A serious scooter crash can flip your world upside down in a matter of seconds. One moment you are heading to work or meeting friends, and the next you are dealing with pain, medical appointments, and questions that do not have easy answers. Head injuries make everything feel even more uncertain. Sy...

A car accident can flip a normal day upside down in seconds. One moment you are heading home or running errands, and the next you are dealing with a damaged car, confusing paperwork, and physical discomfort that may not show up right away. Many people in Charlotte feel unsure about what to do next o...

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...