Can you hold a property owner liable if you were injured in an attack by someone while you were on their property? This is a difficult question in personal injury law, and it is the question behind a recent lawsuit in which a former student claims that a North...
Victor C. Mitchener, Attorney
Joseph H. Downer, Attorney
Year: 2022
What kind of expert testimony do you need in your case?
Building a personal injury case may seem straightforward, but you may end up facing significant pushback from the defense on key portions of your case, from liability to damages. That’s why it’s important that you’re prepared to present the best evidence possible in...
Is bad faith common with car insurance companies?
We have all dealt with bad faith after a motor vehicle accident. Whether it is a negligent driver blaming you for an accident they caused, or an insurance company claiming they do not cover something that they must cover, we have all dealt with bad faith after...
What does it mean for a driver to be aware of motorcycles?
Most people, and especially bikers themselves, can see how vulnerable motorcyclists are to suffering severe injuries in an accident. Even if they are wearing proper safety equipment, a motorcyclist has very little protection from the blow of a much larger, and...
How to recognize a whiplash injury following a car crash
When you are rear-ended in a car crash, the force of the blow causes your head to sharply move back and forth, not unlike the cracking of a whip, hence the name of the injury you may sustain -- whiplash. While whiplash is a well-known car accident injury, it is...
What does it mean to be the victim of road rage?
The morning commute can be rushed and hectic. Are you running late to work or late for dropping the kids off at school? Chances are there are other drivers on the road with the same stressors. But while you may still drive defensively despite the stress of life, you...
Study shows commuters inherently vulnerable to distracted driving
For many residents of Charlotte and the surrounding areas of North Carolina, commuting is a part of daily life. They are in their automobile to go back and forth to work, to take children to school, go on outings with family and friends, and for vacations. Being on...
An investigation is critical after a commercial truck accident
No one wants to get into an accident with a big rig or other large commercial truck. The sheer mass of these trucks tends to make accidents worse and injuries more severe. But...
Hotels may be liable for a slip and fall accident
Hotels must ensure that their guests are safe during their stay. Preventing harm to their guests from accidents, such as a slip and fall, is an important legal responsibility. Liability An injured plaintiff must prove certain facts for a successful premises liability...
Failure to maintain a parking lot can lead to injuries
Parking lots in North Carolina are important for businesses as they allow their customers to park close to their stores or places of business. Customers are more likely to come to their business when parking is convenient. However, parking lots can also pose certain...