Charlotte, NC Legal News

After an accident, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next. Between medical appointments, missed workdays, and dealing with insurance companies, many people feel overwhelmed before even considering the legal side of things. Questions about injury claims and settlements can pile...

The moments after a serious car accident can feel overwhelming. Between injuries, vehicle damage, and insurance calls, most people don’t know what to do first. In times like these, having someone who understands how to guide you through the process can make all the difference. That’s where a Cha...

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed after an accident. Between medical visits, insurance questions, and lost workdays, life can quickly shift into something unfamiliar. Many people in Charlotte find themselves asking, “What now?” when faced with painful injuries, mounting bills, and uncertainty abou...

Dog bites can turn a normal day into a stressful and confusing experience in a matter of seconds. Whether it’s your child bitten in a neighborhood park or you’re dealing with a sudden attack while jogging through your Charlotte neighborhood, the impact is more than physical. The emotional and fi...

When an accident happens, it can turn an ordinary day into a confusing and stressful experience. Between dealing with medical care, vehicle repairs, and insurance companies, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Many people don’t realize how complex an accident claim can become until they’re in the m...

When a large truck accident happens, the impact is rarely minor. Victims often face severe injuries, emotional distress, and financial worries that can quickly become overwhelming. One of the most common and dangerous causes of these collisions is driver fatigue. Whether caused by long hours behind ...

When you’re dealing with the aftermath of an accident, everything can feel overwhelming. Between medical bills, time off work, and insurance company phone calls, it’s easy to feel lost. If you’re searching for an personal injury lawyer near me in Charlotte, you’re likely trying to get clarit...

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...