- Wrongful DeathSurviving family members may also find that in addition to their emotional anguish, they also face an economic burden as a result of the death. Certain relatives may be able to bring a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for the loss of their loved one.
- Traffic ViolationsMany trucks today also automatically store electronic data. This is done through a “black box” on the truck that records factors such as if the brakes were engaged before the crash and how fast the truck was traveling beforehand. If these records indicate the driver was breaking a law, such as speeding, this can also show the driver was negligent.
- Assault
- HomicideAssault/homicide. When a violent act leads to death, the responsible party may face criminal charges as well as a civil wrongful death lawsuit. Even if the perpetrator is never found criminally guilty, civil liability may still apply. Our lawyers will help you to understand the differences and take action.
- Workers Compensation
- Premises LiabilityIn North Carolina, a legal theory of “premises liability†holds owners and occupiers of property legally responsible for accidents and injuries that occur on property they own or control if their negligence is one of the causes of the accident with no fault on the part of the injured person.
- Property DamageYou and the driver should remain at the scene of the accident until the emergency services arrive. North Carolina law requires those involved in an accident report it if the accident results in death, bodily injury, or property damage.
- Personal InjuryWhile these accidents typically happen in just an instant, their effects are often catastrophic and long-lasting. Personal injury victims are frequently left unable to work and face a mountain of bills related to their accident – not to mention physical pain and emotional trauma.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilityIf you have a disability and the disability makes working and earning an income impossible, government benefits in the form of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may be available.
- Dog BitesNorth Carolina ranks 14th in the country when it comes to dog bites, and had dog bite claims totaling nearly $2 million in 2016, According to