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…
Burns are among the most devastating injuries that a worker may suffer on the job. A worker who has suffered a burn injury needs immediate medical care. If you witness a co-worker being burned by open flame, scalding water or steam, electricity, etc., you should summon help immediately. You can…
Many motorcycle crashes are caused by automobile drivers who fail to see motorcyclists Hardison & Cochran Attorneys at Law is promoting motorcycle safety in North Carolina by giving away free magnets reminding drivers to keep alert for motorcycles. The bumper sticker-style magnets contain the simple safety message “Look for Motorcycles.” …
How does an accident affect your life in North Carolina? The truth is that a serious accident will affect your life physically and financially. Recovery from the physical harm of an accident can take months. But that’s not the only challenge accident victims face. There is also the often-overlooked financial…
State car insurance laws operate as either an at-fault system or a no-fault system, depending on the state. North Carolina has an at-fault auto insurance system. In an at-fault state, a driver who causes a car accident is financially responsible for the losses caused. Drivers and passengers who are injured…
