Charlotte, NC Legal News

After an accident, it is completely normal to feel unsure about your next steps. Everything can change in a moment, and the stress that comes afterward often feels overwhelming. Many people wonder whether their injuries will heal quickly or if the pain will linger long enough to affect their daily r...

When someone suffers an eye injury in a motorcycle accident, the impact on everyday life can feel overwhelming. Vision is something most of us rely on without thinking about it, so when it is suddenly affected, even simple tasks may become difficult. Many people in Charlotte feel unsure about what t...

Dog bites that cause facial injuries can turn everyday life upside down in an instant. Beyond the physical pain, there is often shock, confusion, and worry about medical care, scarring, and how everything will be paid for. Many people are unsure where to turn or what their options are, especially wh...

When a worker experiences paralysis because of an accident on the job, life can change in an instant. Everyday tasks may suddenly feel overwhelming, and the uncertainty that follows can leave anyone feeling unsure about what to do next. Many people in this situation start looking for answers right a...

After any accident that results in a head injury, life can feel confusing and overwhelming. It can be hard to figure out whether your symptoms are temporary or signs of something more serious. Many people do not realize how much a head injury can affect daily routines, thought patterns, and even lon...

After an accident, many people feel overwhelmed by pain, medical appointments, and the sudden interruption of normal life. A broken arm can make even simple tasks difficult, and it is common to wonder whether you should call a lawyer or simply try to handle everything on your own. When your injury a...

After a crash, many people feel a mix of confusion, worry, and frustration, especially when injuries begin to set in or the reality of the damage becomes clear. It is common to feel unsure about what to do next or how to protect yourself. Even simple tasks can feel overwhelming when you are dealing ...

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...