Parking lots, though seemingly mundane, can be surprisingly hazardous places. With a constant flow of vehicles and pedestrians, the potential for accidents and injuries is high. Understanding the common injuries that may occur in parking lots can help you stay...
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Personal Injury
Types of evidence to gather for a premises liability claim
Premises liability claims arise when someone gets injured on someone else’s property due to negligence. If you find yourself in such a situation, you need to gather evidence to support your claim. Photographic evidence In 2022, 227,039 individuals died and 63 million...
Tips for safely sharing the road with cyclists
Cycling is a popular, eco-friendly mode of transportation that promotes a healthy lifestyle. However, cyclists are vulnerable on the road. Therefore, drivers need to respect and accommodate cyclists on the road to ensure everyone's safety. Give cyclists ample space In...
Why might a semi-truck crash cause amputation or limb loss?
Car crash injuries are often minor and manageable, resulting in scrapes or fractures that can heal well. However, when a semi-truck is involved, the outcome can be much worse. Semi-trucks are heavier and bigger, which may contribute to devastating injuries such as...
How safe are driverless rideshare cars?
It appears that residents of Charlotte will soon be able to hail a driverless car to pick them up from their smartphones. These cutting-edge, self-driving vehicles promise improved safety, environmental benefits and increased mobility. However, widespread adoption of...
Common injuries caused by a slip and fall
Slip-and-fall accidents can occur in everyday life and unfortunately, can cause a person to suffer a wide range of injuries. The injured person may have the opportunity to pursue compensation for their injuries. Slip-and-fall accidents Stepping on a wet or slippery...
Don’t underestimate the danger of drowsy driving
The danger of drunk driving and distracted driving gets quite a bit of attention in North Carolina and throughout the country. And with good reason. These are incredibly dangerous activities for anyone to engage in, endangering the lives of not only that driver but...
3 road rules to combat school bus accidents
A new academic season is upon North Carolina students and their parents. It is that time of the year when distinct yellow school buses transporting young learners flood the state’s roadways. In effect, the Department of Transportation (DOT) reminds all road users to...
Are store owners liable for panic buying injuries?
When supplies run dry, human’s fear of lack kicks in. When a scarcity mindset consumes you, you tend to make irrational decisions. And when you’re not thinking straight, accidents are more likely to happen. A National Institutes of Health study reveals that panic...
Should you try to settle with the insurance company yourself?
The aftermath of an accident resulting in injury can leave you feeling uncertain about the future or how to proceed. You might consider negotiating your injury settlement with the insurance company instead of retaining an attorney. Understand the key considerations of...