Catastrophic Injury
“Do I have a Defective Product Liability Case?”
“If you have been injured or hurt because of a bad product, you may have a defective product liability claim” Product liability law dictates the liability of manufacturers for injuries that result from defective and unreasonably dangerous products. This area of the law covers a broad range of products including automobiles, building materials, industrial machinery…
Read MoreHow to Report Unsafe (Dangerous or Bad) Truck Drivers
Reporting Bad or Dangerous Truck Drivers Did you know that around 500,000 trucking accidents occur each year in the United States? Trucking accidents can be extremely dangerous since some semi-trucks weigh 20 times more than ordinary cars. Large commercial vehicles can cause catastrophic injuries to other drivers on the road. These damages can be very serious…
Read MoreTop 3 Causes of Bicycle Accidents in WNC
What Causes Bicycle Accidents in WNC? The mountains of western North Carolina are full of breath-taking views and great biking trails. It also is full of winding roads and tight turns. These mountain roads can cause bicycle accidents due to negligent drivers. In this article we will point out the main causes of bicycle…
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Top 10 Personal Injury
Accidents On Construction Sites [2021]
Construction-Related Personal Injury? The risk of personal injury is quite high on construction sites, where dangerous tools like industrial trucks, power tools and scaffolding can be found. Combined, these tools only increase their levels of danger. Many accidents resulting in personal injury are caused by negligence, improper use of tools, poor planning and failure to…
Read MoreBreach of Warranty & Product Liability Under NC Law
A warranty is an express or implied representation of fact that is upheld by law against the person or organization who offered it… Product liability law addresses three kinds of warranties on the basis of a product’s quality or usability which in their most simple form are: Express warranty: an explicit representation by a merchant…
Read MoreRoad Construction Accidents and Catastrophic Injuries
What Kind of Catastrophic Injuries Are Caused by Road Construction Accidents? It seems that there is always some form of road construction going on around western North Carolina and especially here in Asheville. If you live in our area, you have probably noticed a delay in your daily commute due to road work on our…
Read MoreThe Personal Injury Claims Process
You have been involved in a crash or an accident that resulted in injuries. So now what? Your life is changed in a split second. Your time is now all about doctor’s visits, dealing tieh pain, replacing your vehicle and adjusting everything else too. From your work schedule to your busy life, a wreck can…
Read MoreHow Much Does a Personal Injury Attorney Cost?
How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge? Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingent fee basis. This means that you, the client, do not pay for the lawyer’s services on an hourly basis. Instead, the lawyer earns a fee based on a percentage of their recovery for you. If there is no recovery,…
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Personal Injury Trial vs Settlement
(Pros & Cons)
Settlement vs Trial in Personal Injury Cases? According to an article in the Law Dictionary … 95 percent of personal injury cases end in a pre-trial settlement, meaning that only 5 percent of personal injury cases go to a jury trial. In fact, most personal injury lawyers will spend their pre-trial time preparing a case…
Read MoreWhat Causes Trucking Accidents?
The Top Causes of Big Rig Trucking Accidents Trucking accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, including death. In fact, in 2018 alone more than 4,000 people died in motor vehicle accidents involving large trucks. On average that’s more than 10 people a day. Accidents involving large trucks like 18 wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor trailers, and other…
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