Best North Carolina Personal Injury Attorney Accident Page

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You are probably here because you or a loved one suffered a serious injury in an accident in North Carolina. Our firm is here to help. This page is meant as a resource and was developed by our team of experienced personal injury lawyers

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Frequently asked questions

• What am I entitled to if I'm involved in a car accident?
• Do I have to repay my health insurance co. if I have a personal injury case for my injuries?
• I was in a car wreck in North Carolina (NC)and I don't know the name of the insurance company for the driver who caused the collision because he claimed that he did not have his card with him at the accident scene. What now?
• Is it necessary to prove that the other driver was at-fault in causing the accident to recover for an injury from the insurance company in North Carolina (NC) after a car wreck?

Personal Injury Case Results

• Record-Setting $60 Million Jury Verdict (including interest) for Brain Injured Gas Station Worker involved in Train Wreck
• $21 Million Settlement for Child’s Brain Injury Caused When Truck Rear-Ended Virginia Beach Family’s Car
• $8.6 Million Jury Verdict for Railroad Worker Wrongful Death Case
• $1.5 Million settlement for electrical shock injury to hotel guest/pilot
• $750,000.00 Verdict for Factory Worker Whose Thumb had to be Amputated: Finger and Hand Injuries Caused by a Defective Product 
• Partial Loss of Eyesight at a Bar Leads to $500,000.00 Settlement
• More Case Results

Types of personal injuries that go beyond the typical fender-bender

• Food poisoning
• Amusement park accidents
• Dog bites
• Defective consumer products 
• Electric shock
• Amputation (Amputated Leg, Hand, Arm, Finger or Thumb)
• Paralysis (Pariplegic, Quadriplegic, Loss of Feeling)
• Crane/Boom/Forklift & Factory Injuries

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Best Guide to Car Accident Injuries in North Carolina (NC)

If you are reading this guide, chances are you are one of the many people who have suffered an injury or a death in the family on the roads of North Carolina. I hope to anticipate your questions and give you the benefit of my knowledge acquired over more than 20 years handling car crash cases.

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Helpful Child and Teen Safety Tips & Checklist By R. Shapiro, Attorney

As a North Carolina (NC) licensed injury lawyer 20+ years of representing injury victims and their families who have family members who suffered through a child or teen's wrongful death, amputation, paralysis, and other horrible injuries in all sorts of accidents, I want to share my knowledge and provide some helpful tips to parents throughout the Carolinas so their children or teens don't wind up in the hospital with a permanent, life-altering injury. This report offers a unique perspective on a parent’s health and safety tip sheet and an injury prevention checklist for protecting your children or teenagers from preventable injury or even death.

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Learn How Medical Evidence Can Make a Major Difference in Your Case

If you're looking for a personal injury attorney, you want an injury attorney who understands the importance of presenting medical evidence. This free report explains why. Take a moment to read it and you'll understand how critical it is for medical evidence to be presented in a coherent and persuasive manner. It can make a major difference in the outcome of your case.

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Blog for All Serious Injuries

• Disneyland Resort Closes Space Mountain after OSHA Citations Issued

  Description: Disneyland shuts down Space Mountain after receiving OSHA violations.

• Explosion At Flour Company In North Carolina Leaves Worker Injured

  Description: North Carolina mill explosion injuries worker likely due to accumulation of explosive flour dust.

• Wall Ovens Recalled Because of Fire Hazard Risks

  Description: Wall oven may cause fire hazard, recall issued.

• Teenage Girl Burned in Mount Pleasant North Carolina (NC)

  Description: In North Carolina (NC) several people were burned at a bonfire. A North Carolina injury lawyer discusses what to do if you are burned by another person’s negligence.

• Teenager Killed in ATV Wreck in Davidson County, NC

  Description: The 17-year-old passenger was a thrown from the all-terrain vehicle when it rolled over while being driven up a hill near Kernersville, North Carolina.

• B.O.B Jogging Strollers Recalled After Infants Choke on Parts

  Description: The product has been recalled twice during 2011 because a canopy drawstring and brand patches have caused babies to choke and nearly asphyxiate.

• Two Carolina Fair Accident Injure 10 People

  Description: A metal clip broke loose from a ride at the South Carolina State Fair, and a Marine helicopter sent debris into the crowd at the Havelock, NC Chili Festival.

• Legal Rights of a NC Burn Injury Survivor

  Description: To learn more about your legal options if you've been burned in an accident, contact a personal injury lawyer at our firm for a free consultation.

• Fatigued Truckers Hauling Fireworks May Light Up More Than the Sky

  Description: If you've suffered injuries in an accident caused by a commercial truck driver, call us at (800) 752-0042. We can't take all cases, but consultations are free.

• Three Teens Killed in Car Crash In Wake Forest, NC

  Description: Three teens killed in car wreck in Wake Forest, NC. If you or a loved one suffers injuries or death in a bus wreck, please contact a personal injury lawyer at our firm for a free, no-hassle consultation.

• Discount Bus Lines Provide Discount Safety in Virginia and North Carolina

  Description: Passengers should be wary of discount bus lines providing discount safety. If you or a loved one suffers injuries or death in a bus wreck, please contact a personal injury lawyer at our firm for a free, no-hassle consultation.

• Bonfire Accident Burns South Carolina (SC) Teens

  Description: Electrical shock and electrical burns can be fatal or cause serious injuries. Call experienced Carolina personal injury lawyers at (800) 752-0042.

• Raleigh, North Carolina Man Burned in UPS Truck Crash

  Description: Emily Mapp Brannon wrote on the blog recently about a Raleigh,NC man was seriously burned when the UPS truck he was in caught fire after a car collided with it.

• Jet Ski Accident Kills Deputy and His Son in Bertie, North Carolina (NC)

  Description: A double fatal Jet Ski personal watercraft accident in North Carolina (NC) highlights the dangers of personal watercraft. Read more below.

• Virginia (VA) Pilot, Passenger Killed in Single-Engine Airplane Crash

  Description: Shapiro, Cooper, Lawson & Appleton have specialized knowledge to represent families who have suffered an airplane accident. Please call us at (800) 752-0042.

• Choking, Strangulation Risks Prompt Recall of Kids' Hooded Sweatshirts

  Description: Cords on clothing, widow shades and appliances can strangle infants and toddlers. Call us at (800) 752-0042 for a free consult if this happened to your child.

• SC Children's Train Wreck Leads to Death and Injuries

  Description: Amusement train ride kills one child, injures 28 others. If you would like us to evaluate your serious injury claim, please contact our firm for a free, no-hassle consultation. While we can't guarantee to take all cases, we do review them thoroughly to determine your options. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.

• Gaston, North Carolina Teen Collapses and Dies Playing Basketball

  Description: Jim Lewis wrote about the tragic death of a Gaston County, North Carolina high-school basketball player who died on the court and why it might have happened.

• Injuries Rising From Gear Designed to Protect, Enhance Job Performance

  Description: If you or a family member got injured by equipment used on the job, call us at (800) 752-0042. We can't take every case but do provide free consultations.

• Steel Factory Worker Injured In Hertford County, North Carolina Plant Explosion

Library for All Serious Injuries:

• Electric Shock Injury Victim Secures $525,000 Settlement
  Description: This article features an analysis of our NC personal injury law firm's settlement in an electric shock injury case.
• How to Determine Which Firm is the Best North Carolina Personal Injury Law Firm to Handle Your Case
  Description: No law firm can state that they are the best personal injury law firm. However, there are resources which rank the quality of injury lawyers and law firms.
• Winter 2012 Firm E-Newsletter - Advice and Tips from Experienced North Carolina Injury Attorneys [PDF]
  Description: Topics in this newsletter include information about recent product recalls, medical malpractice issues, and the symptoms associated with mesothelioma.
• We Not Only Pledge Allegiance to the Flag, but We Also Pledge Allegiance to Our Clients
  Description: Read our NC injury law firm's written pledge to our clients.
• NC Personal Injury Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers for Personal Injury Law
  Description: Attorneys at our NC personal injury law firm have been recognized Best Lawyers
• Why Clients Choose Our North Carolina Law Firm - Ethics, Experience, Distinction in the Legal Community, and Much More
  Description: The main reason clients choose our personal injury law firm is because we put the client first.
• The pledge our North Carolina law firm makes to our clients is in writing and our staff is fully committed to following these guidelines
  Description: We are fully committed to making sure you are fully informed throughout the injury litigation process. We also have a no recover, no fee guarantee. This means that if you do not get compensated, we do not get compensated.
• Federal Fourth Circuit Court Decision Supports Contingency-Fee System for Lawyers
  Description: The Fourth Circuit Court rendered a decision supporting the contingency-fee system that is used in many personal injury cases. This system plays a critical role in our legal system enabling folks with little financial means to obtain the services of a lawyer. To learn more, check out this article.
• Injured in a bicycle accident? You've come to the right place. Check out our FREE consumer reports and videos to learn more about our firm where "All We Do is Injury Law."
  Description: Suffered an injury in a bicycle crash and need experienced legal representation? Look no further. Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined legal experience. Call our office immediately at 1-800-752-0042 for a FREE, confidential consultation.
• Why “Wii” Care: Trial Lawyers from Across the Country Donate Popular Gaming Systems to Patients [PDF]
  Description: This articles talks about the successful donation of multiple Nintendo Wii gaming systems to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and nursing homes across the United States. Shapiro, Lewis, Appleton & Favaloro participated in the event.
• House Approve Plan to Outlaw Plastic Bags in Outer Banks, North Carolina
  Description: While shopping for groceries we often hear that infamous question at the checkout line, “paper or plastic?” Residents in North Carolina, specifically the Outer Banks area, should get used to responding “paper” as the “plastic” part of the question may soon be obsolete.

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Frequent Questions for All Serious Injuries:

• My accident happened hours away from the office of the lawyer I wanto to hire. Do I need to hire someone local?
• Can the other party ask about legal advice or discussions which took placebetween you and your lawyer?
• What are interrogatories?
• What role do interrogatories play in a lawsuit?
• In my injury case deposition who can be present when I am deposed?
• What is so important about my deposition?
• How can they use my deposition against me?
• Can I do additional rehab that my doctor hasn't recommended but I think may help in the healing process?
• Is it possible for me to file a claim against the U.S. military if I am injured during active duty military service because of mistakes by the military?
• What if the injury is caused by another military service member?
• What if the injury is caused by military contractors?
• Does the Feres Doctrinerestrictions extendto members of my family?
• What happens if I am no longer in active service, but I'm injured by a federal employee?
• Is there a time limit for me to sue the federal government?
• What can I do if I get into an argument with my medical doctor and provider?
• What should I say when I visit a medical doctor/provider?
• Should I send written statements to my medical doctor/provider?
• What if I have long gaps in between medical care?
• What is the North Carolina (NC) general statute of limitations for a personal injury?

Videos about All Serious Injuries:

• Lower Back Injuries and Spinal Fusion Surgery - Info from North Carolina Personal Injury Attorneys
• North Carolina Personal Injury Law Firm Featured in the Legal Examiner
• What is Your Injury Claim Worth? North Carolina Injury Attorney Provides the Answer
• North Carolina Personal Injury Attorney Discusses How Long a Case Can Take to Be Resolved
• Ranked Top-100 Personal Injury Trial Attorneys
• Finding the Best North Carolina Personal Injury Law Firm
• Ethical North Carolina Personal Injury Law Firm
• Hiring a North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyer Who Has Taken a Case to Trial
• Fentanyl Pain Patches: Accidental Overdose Deaths in NC and SC
• Fentanyl Accidental Overdose Deaths Are a Major Problem
• Our NC Injury Law Firm Focuses Exclusively on Personal Injury Law
• We Pride Ourselves on Keeping Our Personal Injury Clients Fully Informed
• Properly Gathering and Presenting Medical Evidence is Extremely Important
• Group Meetings a Key Component to Personal Injury Claim Success
• Serious Injuries from Electrocution and Electric Shock
• Paralyzed Arms and/or Legs Are a Common Consequence of Serious Accidents
• Personal Injury Law Firm in North Carolina and South Carolina Has Excellent Support Staff
• Law Firm Helps Injured Victims Who Can't Help Themselves In North Carolina and South Carolina
• West Virginia/Virginia/North Carolina/South Carolina Law Firm Helps Injured Recover for Occupational Diseases
• Personal Injury Law Firm Tells How to Choose An Attorney In North Carolina And South Carolina

Web Resources for All Serious Injuries:

• North Carolina Legal Statutes

  Description: This link takes you to the North Carolina General Assembly site which offers a table of contents for the state's legal statutes.

• South Carolina Legal Statutes

  Description: This link takes you to the South Carolina General Assembly's web site which lists all of their legal statutes.

• The Safety Report

  Description: This health and safety web site is affiliated with Injuryboard and their seasonal magazine.

• Tips to Prevent Injury at Work

  Description: article about precautions to take to avoid on the job injury

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