Charlotte, NC Legal News

A serious workplace injury can turn everyday life upside down in an instant. Pain, medical appointments, missed paychecks, and unanswered questions often pile up quickly, leaving people unsure where to turn next. It is common to feel overwhelmed when paperwork from insurance companies arrives before...

A sudden dog attack can turn an ordinary day into a confusing and painful experience, especially when the injury involves your arm. Arm injuries often affect daily tasks like working, driving, or even getting dressed, and the stress that follows can feel overwhelming. Many people are left wondering ...

After a motorcycle accident, it is common to feel unsure about your next steps. The situation can change quickly, especially when medical needs and financial concerns start to add pressure. Many riders in Charlotte look for clear answers during this time, and having the right support can make a mean...

When someone experiences a serious workplace accident that leads to paralysis, everything in life can quickly feel uncertain. Medical treatments, lost income, and unclear next steps can create a stressful situation, and many people are not sure where to turn for support. It becomes even more overwhe...

When a dog bite leaves you dealing with painful hand injuries, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what to do next. Many people are surprised by how quickly a normal day can turn stressful when an aggressive dog causes harm. There is often confusion about medical treatment, missed time from work,...

After a cargo spill on a busy Charlotte roadway, many people feel overwhelmed by how quickly the scene becomes chaotic. There are usually scattered materials, damaged vehicles, police activity, and concerns about hidden injuries that might appear later. It is normal to feel unsure about your next st...

After an accident, it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed and unsure about what to do next. Many people do not realize how quickly stress builds when dealing with injuries, medical bills, and pressure from insurance companies. It can feel as if everything is happening at once, and figuring out ...

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...