When purchasing a car, drivers might look at their features and style before choosing. Sometimes, they could select a vehicle based on fuel economy, size or seating capacity, which is vital for families. However, large vehicles like SUVs or trucks could be riskier to...
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Slips and falls can lead to severe injuries
Slips and falls do not seem bad, but they can result in some terrible injuries. Depending on factors like your age and the body part that received the impact, these injuries might range from minor scrapes to potentially life-threatening trauma. Here are some severe...
What happens if you’re injured while shopping?
For many, shopping inside North Carolina commercial properties like a mall or a retail establishment presents no imminent danger. But when owners fail to maintain the safety of their premises, your leisure time can quickly become a legal nightmare. When shopping...
Common causes of pedestrian accidents
Pedestrian accidents are often overlooked as the media focuses on motor vehicle accident education. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 228 pedestrian fatalities in North Carolina in 2020, with 28 of those in Mecklenburg County. Recognizing the...
Who is liable for a car accident in bad weather?
Harsh weather can reduce visibility or make roads slippery, increasing the risk of a motor vehicle accident. But just because atmospheric conditions are beyond a driver’s control does not mean they are automatically exempted from liability for car accidents during bad...
The most dangerous times for motor vehicle accidents
Car collisions can happen anytime, but how frequently do they occur? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has estimated that more than five million passenger car accidents happen each year across America – or roughly 13,700 crashes per day. It can be...