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The Best Carolina Car Accident Injury Resource Page.

If you've been hurt in a car accident and have questions... 

First, Review our Frequently Asked Questions:

Carolina Car Accident Attorney
Second: Read our consumer car accident injury guide

 "The Best Guide to Car Accident Injuries in North Carolina: What You Need to Know if Hurt in a Car "


Third: Review our case results:

Motorcycle Passengers Severely Injured in Head-On With Police Officer Recover $1,512,000
Awarded: $1,512,000

$1 Million Virginia Beach, VA Car Accident Settlement
Awarded: $1,000,000

Rear-End Accident Victim Required Neck/Cervical Fusion Surgery and Lost Income and Earnings
Awarded: $600,000

This is just a small representation of the following types of vehicle and traffic accidents in North Carolina (NC) and South Carolina (SC) that our experienced personal injury attorneys have handled:
 
• Car accidents and rental car accidents 
• Limo accidents, taxi accidents, and hired car wrecks
• Scooter crashes and moped crashes 
• Motorcycle accidents, Harley crashes, dirt bike accidents, and chopper wrecks 
•  ATV accidents , three-wheeler accidents, and four-wheeler accidents  
• Uninsured motorist claims 
•  Hit and run accidents , pedestrian accidents, and crosswalk accidents
•  Drunk driving wrecks, driving under the influence (DUI) accidents 
• Truck and 18-wheeler accidents, pickup truck crashes, tractor-trailer wrecks 
• Bus and van crashes 
• Train crashes and railroad crossing accidents 
•  Bicycle crashes and cyclist accidents
 
• Medical bills and the ongoing cost of care . Medical bills are often more than the initial cost of patching you up after the accident – you could need ongoing physical therapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation, special medication, reconstructive surgery, or the need for ongoing, around-the-clock care.

• Loss of wages and loss of future earnings . Often, injuries prevent you from returning to work during your recovery, and sometimes your injuries are so serious that you are no longer able to continue in your field of work or work at all. In these cases, you are compensated for what you would have earned if not for the accident.

• Loss of consortium and emotional distress . How do you put a price on losing a loved one, or having your loved on changed forever due to a catastrophic injury? What about if an accident takes away specific joys from your life, such as playing the piano, engaging in sports, or even walking down the street? Damages from emotional distress seek to make up for these serious matters that some insurance companies think are frivolous.

Being seriously injured in a Carolina car accident or other vehicle wreck can be stressful, overwhelming, shocking, and life changing. Don’t try to handle everything yourself. With the help of a skilled, knowledgeable personal injury attorney, you can battle the insurance companies and fight for what you need and deserve.



Blog for Carolina Car & Motorcycle Accidents

Library for Carolina Car & Motorcycle Accidents:

  • The Insurance Company is Giving Me a Hard Time
    Description: Looking for information about car accident law? Did you or a loved one suffer a serious injury in a wreck? If so, take a look at this article and then give our office a call. Our firm has been handling North Carolina car crash cases for decades and we are here to help.
  • The Insurance Company is Giving Me a Hard Time
    Description: If the insurance company is dragging their feet and playing games to avoid your claim, give our firm a call. We want to help and have experience dealing with insurance companies and their dubious tactics. To learn more, check out this article.
  • Rocky Mount Car Accident Lawyer Can Help Get the Compensation You Need
    Description: Many car accidents in Rocky Mount, NC occur on Church Street, Raleigh Street, Sunset Ave, and other busy roads. If you’ve been involved in one of these wrecks and suffered a serious injury, you should speak with a Rocky Mount car accident lawyer. We can help get the compensation you need to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
  • When to Call a Greenville Car Accident Lawyer
    Description: If you’ve been seriously hurt in a car wreck on one of the Greenville’s many busy roads, consult with a Greenville car accident lawyer. Let us haggle with the insurance claims adjuster. You should focus on recuperating and getting your life back together. Contact our office for a free, no-hassle consultation at 1-800-752-0042.
  • Elizabeth City Car Accident Lawyer Can Help Ease Your Burden
    Description: If you’ve lost a loved one in a car wreck in Elizabeth City, North Carolina (NC) you should speak to an attorney. You already have enough to deal with like making funeral arrangements and alerting family members of the loss. A car accident lawyer in Elizabeth City can take some of the burden off your shoulders.
  • The Right Time to Contact an Outer Banks Car Accident Lawyer
    Description: If you’ve been seriously hurt in a car wreck at Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Cape Hatteras, or anywhere else in this part of North Carolina (NC) are you should consult with an Outer Banks car accident lawyer.
  • Carolina Needs To Know: Distracted Driving Statistics
    Description: Do you know how many people die each year because of distracted driving? Or how much of your brain is distracted when you are talking on the phone when behind the wheel? In this article, learn some shocking facts and statistics about distracted driving in North Carolina and South Carolina.
  • Deadly Debris: Freak Accident Or Preventable Problem?
    Description: Unfortunately, roadway and interstate debris is a serious problem in the Carolinas that leads to hundreds of traffic accidents each year. Learn more about what causes roadway debris and how to better prevent roadway debris accidents.
  • South Carolina Motorcycle Laws | Carolina Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
    Description: South Carolina has a number of motorcycle laws that are meant to keep bikers safe while also allowing them freedom. In this article, learn about South Carolina's state-specific motorcycle laws involving helmets, lane sharing, lane splitting, mufflers, windshields, age restrictions, passenger footrests, and handlebar height.
  • Motorcycle Accidents And DUI | Drunk Driving And Motorcycles | Carolina Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
    Description: Drinking and driving isn't a problem just for the drivers of cars and trucks. In fact, operating a motorcycle with even small amounts of alcohol consumption can drastically increase the chances of a motorcycle accident and motorcycle accident injury. This legal library article explores the issues of biker drinking and driving.
  • A vehicle breakdown on the highway is not only stressful, but also puts you at risk for a serious injury. This article explains the risks and what you should do if you find yourself in such circumstances.
    Description: If your car breaks down on the highway, don't panic. There are some simple steps you should follow to help navigate your way out of this challenging situation. If you've suffered an injury as a result of an accident on the highway, please consider giving our law firm a call so you can talk to an actual attorney for free. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
  • Causes of North Carolina & South Carolina Van Accidents | Carolina Van Accident Attorney
    Description: Fifteen-passenger vans are the popular choice for church groups, sports teams, community groups, and large families. However, 15-passenger vans have proved deadly over the past decade - due to the vehicles' rollover risk, poor safety features, and lack of three-point seat belts. Learn more about why large van accidents can be so deadly and what you can do to prevent future 15-passenger van accidents.
  • Drunk Driving Statistics & DUI Facts | Carolina DUI Accident Lawyer
    Description: Everyone knows that drunk driving and DUI accidents are a huge problem on the roads of the United States - but many would be shocked to know just how many car accident fatalities in North Carolina and South Carolina involve alcohol and irresponsible driving. Learn some revealing and sometimes shocking facts and numbers concerning drunk driving in America.
  • Preventing Car Accidents: Carolina Seat Belt Safety | Carolina Car Accident Injury Lawyers
    Description: There are not many good excuses to not wear a seatbelt - and there are dozens of reasons to wear your seat belt every time you get into a vehicle. Very simply, seatbelts save lives. The following article on seatbelt safety covers shocking Carolina seatbelt statistics, a look at how many lives would be saved if everyone wore their seatbelts, and a few good reasons to buckle up every day.
  • Keeping Your Children Safe From Drunk Drivers | Carolina Drunk Driving Accident Attorney
    Description: You know better than to get into a car with a drunk driver - but do your children understand the dangers of being the passenger of someone driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In this article, learn what your children need to know in order to keep them out of tragic drunk driving situations with relatives, the parents of friends, or other adults in their lives.
  • Spotting Drunk Drivers And Keeping Carolina Roads Safe | Carolina Drunk Driving Accident Attorney
    Description: What should you do if you see someone driving erratically on the roads? Should you call the police? Should you try to stop them yourself? And how do you know if someone in the car in front of you is driving drunk at all? In this article, learn how to spot drunk drivers - and learn what to do once you determine that someone should not be on the roads.
  • Texting While Driving In North Carolina: The New Law | North Carolina Car Accident Attorneys
    Description: Several studies find texting while driving is extremely dangerous and causes driver distractions that often lead to car accident injuries and car crash fatalities. North Carolina has become the 14th state to outlaw texting and e-mailing while driving. If you'd like a free consumer report about the dangers of texting while driving, please check out our web site and take advantage of the no-cost download.
  • Things To Do After A Carolina Car Accident
    Description: It is often difficult to find your bearings in the minutes, hours, and days after a car accident in North Carolina or South Carolina. But collecting the right information and speaking to the right people could be vital when you attempt to collect damages for your injuries.
  • Common Carolina Car Accident Injuries
    Description: No two car accidents are the same, but there are some car accident injuries that are more common than others. This article covers common North Carolina (NC) and South Carolina (SC) car accident injuries, such as head injuries, back injuries, bone injuries, and internal organ injuries.
  • Move Over Law in North Carolina (NC) Protects Troopers From Secondary Collisions
    Description: The State of North Carolina put in a good law which began in 2002 called the “Move Over” rule. As a seasoned injury attorney handling car accident cases in North Carolina, I applaud this public safety law. The statute (G.S. 20-157(f)) says that motorists must slow down when they see an emergency vehicle or state trooper stopped on the shoulder of the roadway with its lights flashing.

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About the Editors: Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton is a law firm whose attorneys focus on injury and accident law. We maintain office in Elizabeth City, North Carolina (NC), on East Elizabeth Street, and we have handled thousands of cases in which victims got hurt or killed in car, truck, train and motorcycle crashes caused by others' negligence or carelessness.

We serve every area of North Carolina, including Elizabeth City, Edenton, Raleigh, Durham, Rocky Mount, Roanoke Rapids, Greensboro, Charlotte, Winston-Salem, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Halifax, Northampton,  Greenville, Goldsboro, Havelock, Kinston, New Bern, Tarboro, Wilson, Ahoskie, Currituck, Camden and the Outer Banks towns of Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Manteo, Corolla, Currituck and Dare. In South Carolina, we cover the state from Myrtle Beach and Charleston to Orangeburg, Columbia, Florence, Rock Hill, Darlington, Aiken, Anderson, Greenville and Spartanburg.

Firm attorneys Rick Shapiro and James Lewis have been listed among the Best Lawyers in America since 2008 and the National Million Dollar Advocates Forum since 2009. In addition, our firm has been named a North Carolina "Best Law Firm" for personal injury law since 2010 by U.S. News & World Report.

We also offer free special reports on distracted driving and the Best Guide to Car Accident Injuries in North Carolina. 

While not every injury case meets our criteria, we offer free initial confidential injury case consultations. Call us toll-free at (800) 752-0042. If you cannot get through due to high call volume, please leave a voicemail so we can get back to you.



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