In accidents where two or more vehicles are involved, one of the motorists is typically at fault. The driver is in control of the vehicle and decides on how to maneuver. A negligent driver may cause an accident. Some examples of driver negligence include drunken driving, texting while driving, and driving over the speed limit….
Sure bets rarely are. But take it from us as personal injury and wrongful death attorneys who have helped victims of motorcycle crashes in North Carolina for more than 30 years: A driver who hits a motorcycle will swear they never saw the bike or its rider. In particular, drivers who cause collisions while attempting…
While the Coronavirus is affecting the way many people in North Carolina and across the country are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, the holiday is traditionally known as one where people head to the pubs and bars to celebrate. Unfortunately, some of these people make the often-tragic mistake of getting in their vehicle to drive while…
Northeast North Carolina receives more than its share of major storms. Hurricanes, tropical storms and nor’easters hit the Outer Banks frequently. Flooding and wind damage are just a fact of life for residents of Ocracoke, Nags Head, Duck, Moyock, Elizabeth City and the other community along the Atlantic Ocean and on both sides of the…
Black ice or snow on the roads can result in an increase in the number of car accidents. Snow-packed road conditions or black ice on the highways, city streets, secondary roads, and side streets can be dangerous even for experienced drivers. While most accidents in cold weather conditions may only cause a minor scratch or…