Category: Personal Injury & Death

What Does “Loss of Future Earning Capacity” Mean After a Motor Vehicle Accident

Loss of future earning capacity can make up a significant portion of a motor vehicle accident injury claim. Reduced future earning capacity covers money you could have earned in the future if the accident had not happened and you had not suffered injuries that affected your ability to make a living. What Is the Difference […]

How Are Medical Bills Paid After a Motor Vehicle Accident in North Carolina

If you got hurt in a motor vehicle crash, you may be wondering how medical bills are paid after an accident. You may have several options, depending on your situation. An experienced North Carolina car accident lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Who Pays Medical Bills After a Motor Vehicle Accident in […]

How Road Design Can Contribute to Auto Accidents

Most drivers are familiar with encountering an intersection or road design that seems poorly thought out. But can road design cause car accidents, and if so, who is to blame? In some poor road design cases, it is the government agency responsible for the design, but holding them accountable can be a challenge.  What Constitutes […]

A Fatal Crash That Claimed His Sister’s Life Inspires Personal Injury Attorney to Pursue Justice for Other Victims of Drunk Driving A drunk driver took Gabriel Snyder’s big sister from him in a fatal head-on crash in Louisiana in 2014. Now, as a personal injury attorney, his goal is to prevent other drunk drivers from […]

Hit by a Company Vehicle in North Carolina?

Were you hit by a company vehicle? Accidents involving company cars can quickly become complex because they may involve multiple liable parties and insurers. An experienced personal injury attorney in NC from Ward Black Law can help you file an NC work vehicle accident claim and pursue the compensation you deserve. Can the Company Be […]

North Carolina’s New Minimum Speed Law (House Bill 864): What It Means for Drivers on I-40, I-85, and Other Highways Most North Carolina drivers know they can get a ticket for speeding. Now, for many highways, you can also get a ticket for driving too slowly. A new law, House Bill 864, changed the minimum […]

Dashcam recording traffic before a car accident – key evidence in Greensboro car accident claims

Have you been in a car accident in Greensboro? If the collision was caught on a dashboard camera (dashcam), the video footage could play a key role in your accident injury claim. Here’s what you need to know about the role of dashcam videos in car accident cases and how a lawyer can make this […]

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A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect many aspects of a person’s health, including their ability to regulate body temperature. For individuals with a TBI and heat sensitivity, exposure to hot weather can worsen symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, dizziness, and cognitive difficulties. Understanding how brain injuries and extreme heat interact is essential for those […]

North Carolina is raising the minimum policy limits for car insurance from $30,000.00 to $50,000.00. In addition, the credit for liability monies for underinsured (UIM) coverage will be eliminated. Policy Limits Increase Policy limits for bodily injury are now mandated to be at least $50,000.00 in coverage. Policy limits coverage is the highest amount an […]

Baby boy sitting in child car seat in car.

Are you confident you understand the car seat laws in North Carolina and how they apply to your child? These regulations can be confusing, and mistakes could result in fines or jeopardize your child’s safety. Here’s what you need to know to protect your child and avoid legal trouble. Age and Size Requirements for Car […]