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?” Vehicle accidents are common occurrences. Last year, more than 247,000 accidents were reported in North Carolina,…
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North Carolina Dog Bite Law FAQs
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does the “one-bite rule” mean in NC dog bite cases?” Although dogs are often considered man’s best friend, the relationship can quickly turn sour in the event of a dog bite that causes personal injury. North Carolina’s dog bite…
Common Home-Based Personal Injury Risks
Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?” A person’s home should convey a sense of comfort and safety from harm. However, there are many everyday items within a home that may cause a…
Are Bedsores Signs of Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect?
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question “What constitutes nursing home negligence?” Bedsores are also called pressure ulcers and can occur most often on people who are bedridden or who are immobile. Pressure ulcers happen over time, and they can and should be prevented. Competent caregivers know…
What is Nursing Home Neglect?
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What information will be helpful for my nursing home negligence claim?” One of the hardest decisions you will ever make is to put a loved one into nursing home care. When it becomes unsafe for a parent to live alone…
Dog Bites: What You Need to Know
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does the “one-bite rule” mean in NC dog bite cases?” Dogs are the most popular pet in the United States. There are more than 90 million dogs as pets, so it is no wonder that you will have an…
What Can I Do About Illnesses From Asbestos?
Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?” Asbestos is a natural substance that was useful in the construction industry for decades. Many people who worked with the substance or lived or worked in buildings that contain it may suffer from illnesses…
How Can I Prove My Personal Injury Claim?
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?” When you or a loved one is hurt in a car crash or in some other accident, the medical bills and other expenses…
Medical Mistakes: More Common Than You Realize
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if the medical condition improves before the hearing?” When you go to the doctor or enter the hospital you expect professional care to help you feel better. Unfortunately, physicians and other medical professionals make mistakes from time to time.…
Motorcycle Accidents in North Carolina
Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if a loved one dies from the injuries sustained in a serious accident while the case is pending?” Motorcycles are a popular mode of transportation. Motorcyclists ride for pleasure in addition to using the vehicle to get to and…