The Importance of Making a Police Report After an Accident Accidents occur quite often. If you drive a vehicle, you will probably be involved in an accident at some time in your life. Thankfully, most accidents are minor fender-benders. Sometimes, however, a crash can result in severe injuries or even…
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North Carolina Car Accident Caused by Wildlife: Who is Responsible for the Damages?
Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?” Animals are responsible for thousands of car accidents every year, especially in the states with more abundant wildlife populations. North Carolina is one of those states…
Do I Have to Report My Car Accident to the Police in North Carolina?
Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “Should I give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance company?” If you have been involved in a motor vehicle crash in North Carolina, you might wonder, “Do I have to report my accident to the police?” It is true…
How Much is My Car Accident Claim Worth in North Carolina?
Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?” If you have been injured in a car accident in North Carolina, you might wonder how much compensation you can receive for your damages and financial losses. You may be entitled to compensation through…
What Does it Mean When a Vehicle is a Total Loss in a North Carolina Car Accident?
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Should I take photographs of the property damage sustained to my car, of the accident scene, or of my visible injuries following an accident?” Damage to a vehicle is the most common type of damage as a result of car…
Can You Seek Compensation for Pain and Suffering in Personal Injury Cases in North Carolina?
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?” Many victims of car accidents experience pain and suffering that can last a lifetime. An injury and physical pain are not the only things you should deal with following an…
Can You Sue Someone for a Sinkhole on Your Property?
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?” Since a sinkhole is a natural occurrence, many people tend to think that there is nothing they can do if they sustain injuries or their property is damaged in a…
PTSD Following a Car Accident
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Should I take photographs of the property damage sustained to my car, of the accident scene, or of my visible injuries following an accident?” Whether a car accident is a minor fender bender or a major accident resulting in a…
Court Says You Must Be A Person To Suffer A Personal Injury
Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What happens if I still owe money on the vehicle but the insurance company classifies it as a “total loss”? When you think of personal injury cases, some of the first things that spring to mind likely include car accidents, slip-and-falls…
Cosby, Clinton and Others Use Homeowner’s Insurance To Pay Their Personal Injury-Related Legal Bills
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Can I wait a few months to pursue a personal injury claim?” Anyone who has been watching the news recently has surely seen the legal trouble swirling around the famed comedian Bill Cosby. Cosby…