A car accident can change your life in an instant. It is stressful, can cause personal injury, and affect your family and recovery for years. From medical expenses to property damages, many financial challenges can arise. What if the person responsible for your car accident is not insured or is underinsured? Here is everything you need
Heavy travel by car during the winter months and the increased challenges of winter weather mean that it is even more important to take extra steps to protect yourself and your family from potential personal injuries. Car Care Most Raleigh auto accident lawyers know that many travel-related personal injuries can be prevented with a little
According to the United States Department of Transportation, over 4 million adults in the U.S. have admitted to driving while under the influence of alcohol at least once, totaling an estimated 112 million alcohol-related driving instances, in 2010. Since 2004, all states have adopted a .08 alcohol limit. The .08 limit, coupled with “per se”
There’s an old saying: “what you don’t know won’t hurt you.” While that can be true, when it comes to driving with a revoked license, what you know can hurt you, especially if you get caught. As tempting as it may be to drive without a valid license, it is illegal, even though you may be
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, someone dies from an alcohol-related automobile accident every 51 minutes in the United States. It should go without saying that drinking and driving is never a good combination. It’s even more important to remember during the holidays travel increases 54 percent from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. Being
For most Americans, the month of November is synonymous with Thanksgiving. It’s the time of the year when many are anxiously anticipating spending time with family over grand dinner spreads until hunger and hearts are satisfied. While Thanksgiving is undoubtedly joyous for families in North Carolina, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) cites the
There’s a noticeable rise in hit-and-run accidents throughout Wake County and the North Carolina Research Triangle. Several recent news stories underscore the need for injured victims to understand what they must do, regardless of whether they are operating a motor vehicle, cycling or walking, when a negligent driver hits them and flees the scene. By
Beginning in July 2016, it’s going to be much easier to get traffic violation charges dismissed. North Carolina is introducing an alternative to appearing in court: the Electronic Compliance and Dismissal option (ECAD). Find out more about ECAD and how you can benefit from it. Traffic Tickets: The Old Way Currently, if you’re pulled over
