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  1. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if the other driver was at fault for my accident? — Durham, NC

    If the other driver was at fault, you may be able to make a North Carolina injury claim against that driver and their liability insurance. You still…

  2. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if the other driver was at fault for my accident? — Durham, NC

    If the other driver was at fault, you may be able to bring a North Carolina personal injury claim against that driver and usually deal with the…

  3. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if I do not know exactly who was responsible for the wrongful death? — Durham, NC

    Not knowing exactly who was responsible does not necessarily end a possible wrongful death claim, but it makes investigation and timing very…

  4. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if another driver caused my injuries in a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC

    If another driver caused your injuries in a North Carolina motor vehicle accident, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim against that…

  5. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if an apartment complex gives me confusing insurance information after an injury? — Durham, NC

    Confusing insurance information can delay a slip and fall claim, but it does not end the claim by itself. In North Carolina, the main issues are…

  6. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if a rear-end crash pushes my child into another car? — Durham, NC

    The rear driver may be responsible for the chain-reaction crash if their negligence pushed your child’s vehicle into another car. In North Carolina,…

  7. Accident Q&A series

    What happens after my lawyer receives all of my medical bills and records? — Durham, NC

    After your lawyer receives all available medical bills and records, the legal team usually reviews them for completeness, organizes the treatment…

  8. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence should I keep after slipping and falling at an apartment complex? — Durham, NC

    Keep anything that shows what caused the fall, who controlled the area, when the condition existed, and how the injury affected you. In a North…

  9. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence is important in a fatal trucking accident claim? — Durham, NC

    The most important evidence in a fatal trucking accident claim usually includes crash-scene proof, truck and driver records, electronic vehicle data,…

  10. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence can help support a request to correct an accident report? — Durham, NC

    Useful evidence includes clear photos, video, witness information, repair records, medical documentation, 911 or dispatch information, and anything…

  11. Accident Q&A series

    What can I do if the other driver’s insurance says they will not pay because my child did not go to the doctor right away? — Durham, NC

    You can push back. A delay in medical treatment can give the insurance company an argument about causation, but it does not automatically defeat a…

  12. Accident Q&A series

    What can I do if I was listed as the only contact but a facility followed instructions from another relative? — Durham, NC

    You can request the records, identify who had legal decision-making authority, and have the timeline reviewed for possible negligence or wrongful…

  13. Accident Q&A series

    How is a settlement demand prepared in a fatal truck accident case? — Durham, NC

    A settlement demand in a fatal North Carolina truck accident case is prepared by building a documented explanation of liability, damages, insurance…

  14. Accident Q&A series

    How does fault work if a pedestrian was in the road at night when the crash happened? — Durham, NC

    Fault depends on whether the truck driver, the pedestrian, or both failed to act with reasonable care under the conditions. In North Carolina, a…

  15. Accident Q&A series

    How do we prove headaches and a possible concussion were caused by a car accident? — Durham, NC

    You prove crash-related headaches or a possible concussion by connecting the collision, the symptoms, and the medical records in a clear timeline. In…

  16. Accident Q&A series

    How do medical records help prove injuries from an accident? — Durham, NC

    Medical records help connect your accident to your injuries by showing what you reported, what providers observed, what treatment was given, and what…

  17. Accident Q&A series

    How do I find the right insurance company for an apartment complex slip and fall claim? — Durham, NC

    You usually find the right insurance company by identifying the correct legal owner, property manager, maintenance contractor, or other responsible…

  18. Accident Q&A series

    How do I find out whether a rehab facility followed the proper rules before transferring my parent to hospice? — Durham, NC

    You usually find out by reviewing the facility records, hospice admission paperwork, physician orders, transfer notes, and documents showing who had…

  19. Accident Q&A series

    How can I get an accident report corrected after a crash? — Durham, NC

    You can usually ask the investigating law enforcement agency to review the accident report and consider an amended or supplemental report, but you…

  20. Accident Q&A series

    Can the at-fault driver's insurance cover my child's injuries if my child was driving a relative's car? — Durham, NC

    Yes. In North Carolina, the at-fault driver’s liability insurance may cover your child’s injury claim even if your child was driving a relative’s…

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