Charlotte, NC Legal News

Being struck by a car as a pedestrian can be one of the most overwhelming experiences a person can go through. In a moment, everything changes — from your ability to work and move freely to the way you handle day-to-day life. Many people feel lost or unsure about what to do next, especially when [...

Recovering from a motorcycle accident is not only physically draining, it can leave you emotionally scattered and unsure of where to turn next. You might be juggling hospital bills, insurance paperwork, time off work, and lingering pain, all while wondering whether your legal rights are being protec...

When a personal injury claim is denied, it can feel discouraging and even confusing, especially after already dealing with the stress of an accident. Many people assume that a denial means the end of their case, but that’s not always true. If you’re facing this situation in Charlotte, there are ...

Car accidents are stressful enough, but discovering that the other driver doesn’t have insurance can make the situation even more overwhelming. Many people in Charlotte find themselves unsure about what to do next or how to recover their losses when the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured...

After an accident, it's common to feel overwhelmed by everything happening around you. Between medical bills, lost work, and physical pain, you’re left trying to piece your life back together while navigating conversations with insurance companies that often seem more interested in protecting thei...

When you're dealing with the aftermath of an accident, things can quickly feel overwhelming. Between doctor visits, calls from insurance companies, and trying to keep up with work or family responsibilities, the stress piles on fast. If you're in Charlotte and wondering what steps to take, one of th...

Back pain after a car wreck can change life in an instant. What starts as a mild ache might turn into something that affects your ability to work, enjoy time with your family, or even get a good night’s sleep. For many people in Charlotte, back injuries from car accidents are not only physically p...

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...