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Carolina Accident Attorney Blog
Read our latest blogs about North Carolina and South Carolina accident, medical malpractice, slip and fall, wrongful death and brain injury cases. If you have sustained a serious injury resulting from an accident, medical malpractice or nursing home abuse, a Carolina accident attorney from our office can help you.Car & Motorcycle Accidents
Whiplash Pain from a Car Crash
Rick Shapiro recently blogged about the concern of whiplash pain commonly experienced as a result of a car crash in NC, VA or beyond. Although not a concern to many that have never experienced the pain of a whiplash injury, Rick highlights the complexity and pervasiveness to this very common injury stemming from a car accident, and has the experience to explain what to watch out for if you suffer whiplash. Tweeting and Driving Just as Dangerous as Texting and Driving
Tweeting and driving is not safer than texting while driving. If you tweet while you’re driving, you are distracted and could get into a serious car accident. To learn more, check out this blog. Bike Accidents on the Rise in North Carolina
Over 1,000 bike riders were injured in bicycle-car accidents in 2007 in North Carolina (NC). The number of bike-car wrecks has been steadily increasing in NC and something needs to be done to reduce the number of accidents. To learn more, check out this blog. 6-Year-Old Girl Killed By Crushed Roof in SUV Rollover Accident
An SUV rollover accident in Hillsborough, North Carolina (NC) led to the tragic death of a 6-year-old girl. A part of the roof was crushed when the SUV flipped. To learn more about car/SUV rollover dangers as well as seat belt and window glass/glazing defects, read this blog. Cross-country Cyclist Killed when Hit by Pickup Truck
If you're looking for a lawyer who works tirelessly to get you results and has a proven record of successful verdicts/settlements, then please take a moment to visit our web site and give our office a call so you can talk to a real lawyer for free. We would love to talk with you. Our number is 1-800-752-0042. Accident involving three-times convicted DWI driver claims life of N.C. teen
If you're looking for a lawyer who works tirelessly to get you results and has a proven record of successful verdicts/settlements, then please take a moment to visit our web site and give our office a call so you can talk to a real lawyer for free. We would love to talk with you. Our number is 1-800-752-0042. What To Do When a Traffic Light Malfunctions
A broken traffic light at Skinner’s Bypass in North Carolina (NC) led to a car wreck and multiple injuries. The light had been malfunctioning for about five minutes prior to the accident. Many people have trouble determining what to do when they encounter a malfunctioning traffic signal. Learn what to do in this situation by reading this blog. Twelve Hospitalized from Two Wrecks in Havelock County, North Carolina
Emily Mapp Brannon blogged about two wrecks that occurred in Havelock County, North Carolina that sent a dozen people to the hospital recently. Many of the victims were from the Carteret Correctional Facility bus that was involved with one of them. If you want a no-cost call with a real lawyer specializing in auto accident cases against insurance companies, please contact our law firm toll free at 800-752-0042. Raleigh, North Carolina (NC) Man Critically Injured Catching City Bus
Rick Shapiro, injury attorney, recently blogged about a young Raleigh, North Carolina man that was critically injured after being struck by van while trying to catch a bus on Capital Boulevard. If you want a no-cost call with a real lawyer specializing in auto accident cases involving pedestrians, please contact our law firm toll free at 800-752-0042 so we can evaluate whether your potential claim meets our criteria. Wake Forest, North Carolina Man Dies in Head On Crash with Tractor Trailer
Richard Shapiro, recently blogged about a terrible car wreck in New Mexico that killed a Wake Forest, North Carolina man after he lost control and slammed into a tractor trailer. If you want a no-cost call with a real lawyer specializing in auto accident cases against insurance companies, please contact our law firm toll free at 800-752-0042. 4 Family Members Killed from Fatal I-95 Car Wreck in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
John Cooper recently blogged about a terrible car wreck in NC that killed several members of a Dillon, South Carolina family on Interstate 95 near Rocky Mount. If you want a no-cost call with a real lawyer specializing in auto accident cases against insurance companies, please contact our law firm toll free at 800-752-0042. North and South Carolina Roads Called “Silent Killers”
Both U.S. 129 and Interstate 26 in the Carolinas were described as “silent killers” and some of the deadliest roads in the country. In fact, over 300 people have been killed on I-26 in the past decade. To learn more, check out this article. Road Safety and Weather Conditions in North Carolina
Weather conditions don’t just affect road safety in the winter. Spring, summer, and fall all present their own unique traffic safety risks. Read on to learn what can, and should be done, to improve traffic safety in North Carolina (NC). Texting Motor Bike Rider Seriously Injured in Accident on N.C. 10
A motor bike rider and a passenger were seriously injured after they slammed into a pickup truck on N.C. 10 near Claremont, North Carolina (NC). The motorcycle operator was texting just prior to the wreck. Check out this article to learn more. Hit-and-Run Accident in North Carolina (NC) Still Causing Repercussions
A hit-and-run accident that happened in May is still causing repercussions for the family of the child who suffered head injuries as well as internal injuries. You may continue reading for more details. Car Crash in Cabarrus County Takes Life of Teenager
Too often, around graduation time, the newspapers carry one or more stories about young people being killed in a car accident only hours after receiving their diploma. It is so tragic when a young life ends tragically as a result of a car accident. Motor Bike Riders Must Exercise Caution on North Carolina Roads
Motorcycle drivers and car drivers have to share the road; unfortunately, some drivers, of either vehicle, do not always do so, or may not even think traffic laws apply to them. They do. Read on for more information. Jones County, North Carolina Pedestrian Critically Injured by Truck
Injury attorney John Cooper recently blogged about a pedestrian accident in Jones County, North Carolina that has critically injured a man. A truck hit the victim causing him to break an arm and leg as well as other bodily trauma. Pedestrian accidents are quite common in North Carolina and can cause serious injury and even death. Drunk Driver Takes Life of 56-Year-Old Man in Loris, South Carolina
Nearly 12,000 people in the U.S. were killed in DUI-related car crashes in 2008. Tragically, Robert C. Byerly of Loris, South Carolina (SC) joined that statistic. He was killed by a drunk driver on Highway 701. To learn more, read this article. Red Light Runner Causes Accident in Charlotte, Two Pedestrians Seriously Injured
Four people suffered serious injuries after a driver ran a red light, hit a car, and wound up propelling that car onto a sidewalk and hitting two pedestrians. This accident is a prime example of why red light runners are so dangerous in North Carolina (NC) and across the country. To learn more, check out this article. Accident Involving Red Light Runner Leaves Three People Seriously Injured
Three people suffered serious injuries in a car crash where one of the drivers ran a red light. Unfortunately, red light runner accidents are far too common on our roads and highways. To learn more, check out this article. Three People Killed in Accidents Involving North Carolina Police
Two fatal accidents took place in North Carolina (NC) involving police officers. These accidents occurred after a report showed NC troopers were involved in seven car wrecks per week. To learn more, check out this article. NC Highway Patrol Involved in Seven Car Wrecks per Week
Over $1 million in taxpayer funds has been spent to settle lawsuits and repair damaged cruisers stemming from accidents that were caused by a North Carolina Highway Patrol trooper. To learn more, check out this article. Hit-and-Run Accident in Spencer Seriously Injures 5-Year-Old Girl
If you’ve been the victim of a hit-and-run accident, do not think you’ll be stuck with the medical bills. You should have UM coverage on your insurance policy. To learn what that is, check out this article. Motorcycle Crash in North Carolina Takes Life of Woman, Four Dead in Past Two Weeks
The risk of injury or loss of life in a motor bike accident is dramatically higher than if you’re involved in a car accident. In fact, a motor bike rider is 9 times more likely to be injured in an accident than someone driving a car. If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident that was due to someone else’s carelessness, please contact our firm for a free, new client consultation. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
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