Brain damage and spinal cord injuries can lead to a permanent condition called paralysis that significantly changes a person’s life. “Paralysis” is an umbrella term for the loss of sensation and mobility arising from an incident or condition. However, different types of paralysis, like paraplegia and quadriplegia, can impact a…
North Carolina workers’ compensation cases involve complex rules and legal terms. One term you may have heard is “maximum medical improvement,” or MMI. But what is MMI in workers’ comp? Simply put, MMI is the term for when your doctor decides further treatment for a work-related injury won’t significantly improve…
When you’ve been injured on the job in North Carolina, understanding your rights is key. One of the most important distinctions is between temporary disability vs. permanent disability. These terms refer to two different categories of compensation that serve different purposes, have different eligibility criteria, and offer varying levels of…
People let friends borrow their cars all the time. Unfortunately, this friendly gesture can have liability implications in a car accident. Since car insurance in North Carolina covers specific vehicles, the auto insurance of the vehicle owner will likely have liability if someone borrowed the car and caused an accident….
One of the core legal principles in North Carolina personal injury cases is the concept of negligence. The idea of negligence is that someone who fails their legal duty to use reasonable care to avoid injuring others is responsible for the harm they cause. Many North Carolina personal injury cases…
The moments after a North Carolina car accident are chaotic and stressful. You might be dealing with painful injuries or wondering how you’ll pay for your vehicle repairs and medical expenses. There’s one question looming above all others in your mind: What do I do now? First, take a deep…
Lift trucks and forklifts are essential equipment in the warehousing, construction, manufacturing, and logistics industries. However, they also pose significant risks to workers. Equipment failure, operator errors, and other issues can easily cause a forklift to break or its load to fall – potentially leading to catastrophic injuries for workers….
Distracted driving is a serious issue in North Carolina. In just a single recent year, it contributed to almost 48,000 crashes statewide – or about 17 percent of all North Carolina car accidents. These collisions resulted in over 130 deaths, leaving many families dealing with the heartbreak of losing a…
In one recent year, the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reported that more than 284,000 traffic accidents occurred statewide. These collisions impacted hundreds of thousands of lives, causing injuries, emotional distress, and financial difficulties that placed heavy burdens on many. Insurance companies are meant to play a significant…
Some legal disputes in North Carolina lead to lawsuits, where people seek compensation or other forms of relief through the court system. However, lawsuits can quickly become lengthy and costly processes for everyone involved. Both sides must cover legal fees, gather evidence, and dedicate significant time to arguing their cases…
