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Is Lane-Splitting Legal in North Carolina?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What happens if the at-fault driver doesn’t have insurance?”   Lane-splitting is the practice of a motorcyclist riding between two lanes or rows of slowly moving or stopped traffic. Many motorcycle riders in the United States, including North Carolina, use this maneuver…

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Can I Still File a Claim if No One Received a Ticket in the Car Accident?

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: ” If an incident report was filled out, do I have a right to receive a copy?”   Traffic tickets and police reports are critical pieces of evidence in any car accident case. Injured victims can use the ticket to prove…

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What is the Average Car Accident Settlement Claim in North Carolina?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”   If you sustained serious injuries in an automobile crash, and your injury prevents you from working, you may wonder, “How much is my car accident claim worth?” In order to estimate how much you…

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Settling a Car Accident Claim vs. Going to Trial: What is the Difference?

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?”   The majority of car accident claims are settled before they reach trial. However, when parties are unable to reach an agreement out of court, the case…

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When Should You Hire a Car Accident Attorney in North Carolina?

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?”   Being in a car accident is always a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially if you have sustained an injury. Many people do not know what to…

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Can a Pedestrian be at Fault in a Car Accident in North Carolina?

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “If I am injured in a car accident or at work what should I do?”   In most accidents involving a pedestrian and an automobile, the driver of the motor vehicle is presumed to be at fault for the collision. However, there…

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Who is at Fault in a Tesla Autopilot Accident in North Carolina?

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if the accident was my fault?”   When Tesla first announced its Autopilot technology, people were thrilled. They thought, “Wouldn’t it be great if my car could drive me around while I am watching a movie or napping on my…

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Four Questions to Ask a Doctor After a Car Accident

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “The insurance company wants to send me to their own doctor for a second opinion. Do I have to go?”   Unfortunately, many people forgo going to the doctor following a car accident. Meanwhile, many of those who do go do…

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Can Your Pre-Existing Condition Affect Your North Carolina Personal Injury Claim?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is subrogation and how may it factor into my case?”   Many people assume that they are entitled to file a personal injury claim and receive compensation only if they had no pre-existing medical conditions before the accident that caused or…

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North Carolina’s Contributory Negligence Doctrine: Fault, Compensation, and Exceptions

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if the accident was my fault?”   In North Carolina, those who become injured in car accidents or other accidents must prove that another individual or entity was negligent in causing their injury in order to obtain compensation. However, since…

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