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How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in North Carolina

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in North Carolina When you or someone you love is hurt in an accident, your entire life may change. The injuries may be severe and could be permanent. The costs associated with your injuries may be astronomical. The negligent person responsible for your…

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Early Morning Crash Leaves One Driver Dead

Early Morning Crash Leaves One Driver Dead An early morning crash in east Charlotte resulted in the death of one of the drivers. The accident happened at about 5:00 am between two pickup trucks. The deadly accident occurred at the intersection of Hood Road and Plaza Road Extension. The accident…

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Multiple Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck Injures Four People

Multiple Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck Injures Four People A recent vehicle accident sent four people to the hospital, one in critical condition. The crash happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 in Charlotte, near the Beatties Ford exit 37. All southbound lanes of I-85 were shut down for a…

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Charlotte Falls Short of Vision Zero Goal

Charlotte Falls Short of Vision Zero Goal Charlotte is a busy city and continues to grow. In fact, it is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Unfortunately, the number of traffic deaths is also growing. Charlotte started a program five years ago called “Vision Zero.” The purpose of…

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NHTSA Adds New Safety Standard to Reduce Collisions

NHTSA Adds New Safety Standard to Reduce Collisions The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has added a new safety standard. The NHTSA is an agency under the United States Department of Transportation. The agency works to improve safety and reduce the number of motor vehicle accidents, injuries, deaths, and…

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Semi-Truck Driver Arrested After Major Crash With Five Deaths

Semi-Truck Driver Arrested After Major Crash With Five Deaths A semi-truck driver has been arrested following a serious crash involving multiple vehicles. The accident occurred on northbound Interstate 95 in Wilson County. The incident involved several big rigs as well as two SUVs. The accident resulted in five deaths and…

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What Does Negligence Mean in a Personal Injury Claim?

What Does Negligence Mean in a Personal Injury Claim? Millions of people each year are hurt in accidents that are not their fault. When someone is seriously hurt as the result of someone’s negligence, they may be owed compensation for their injuries. Negligence is an essential factor in personal injury…

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What Types of Damages Can I Expect in a Personal Injury Case?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “Should I file the property damage claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company or with my insurance company?” What Types of Damages Can I Expect in a Personal Injury Case? A serious injury can happen in an instant. An injury may occur…

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What Plaintiffs Should Know About Personal Injury Damages

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”   When someone suffers a personal injury due to the negligent behavior of another party, the financial and emotional costs can be staggering. Between medical bills, lost income, and pain and…

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Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Your Car Accident Settlement in North Carolina?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”   If you were injured in a crash and received or are about to receive a personal injury settlement, you may wonder, “Will I have to pay taxes on my settlement?”   Are Car Accident…

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