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How Can I Prove My Personal Injury Claim?

December 22, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 you incur begin to add up quickly. You should not have to pay for these costs out of your own pocket. The negligent person should be accountable for all the expenses caused by the accident. As the victim of an accident that was not your fault, you have the right to recover damages that may be financial, physical, or emotional. You may be able to file a claim against the negligent party. When you do so, you will need to prove the elements of personal injury claims in order to qualify for such a claim.

Medical Mistakes: More Common Than You Realize

December 15, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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. While most mistakes are minor and do not cause serious harm, sometimes an error can result in a severe injury. A negligent doctor should be held accountable when they cause harm to a patient. Medical mistakes are among the top five causes of death in the United States. If you or a loved one was harmed due to a mistake made by a medical professional, you may be owed compensation for your injuries. An experienced personal injury attorney will help determine whether a mistake was made and help you receive compensation from the negligent party.

Motorcycle Accidents in North Carolina

December 8, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 from work. Motorcycles continue to increase in popularity. As the population in North Carolina grows, so does the use of motorcycles. Although motorcycles offer a fun and economical way to get around, they can also be dangerous. Other drivers may not always see motorcycles and crashes with larger vehicles can result in serious and life-threatening injuries. If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident, the negligent driver should be responsible for your damages. Consult with an experienced North Carolina personal injury attorney to discuss your claim.

Victim of Serious Pickup Truck Accident to Receive $700K Settlement

December 1, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”

A girl who was seriously hurt as the result of a pickup truck accident will receive a settlement of $700K. The accident occured on November 2017 in Brunswick County between a van and a pickup truck. According to a statement from the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred when a Chevy pickup truck rear-ended a van. A girl seated in the back seat of the van received life-threatening injuries and was air-lifted to UNC Medical Center. The injuries included a skull fracture and broken leg. The driver of the truck was cited for failure to reduce speed.

Study Finds High Number of Golf Cart Injuries Among Children

November 17, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”

Some sports are considered inherently dangerous. When you or your child participate in football, hockey, wrestling, and other contact sports, you know that there are some injuries possible. Golf is generally considered a very safe sport because it is a non-contact activity and one that you can take part in outdoors. A recent report from researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia found that approximately 6,500 children each year are hurt as the result of a golf cart accident.

Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents

November 10, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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?”

Slip and fall accidents are more common than you may realize. Millions of people a year visit the emergency room or urgent care due to injuries sustained in a fall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 39,433 unintentional fall deaths in 2019 alone. Falls can happen almost anyplace and at any time. If a fall occurs due to someone’s negligence, that person may be liable for costs associated with recovery.

Legionnaires’ Disease at North Carolina Mountain State Fair

November 3, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”

A recent outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease has been tied to the North Carolina Mountain State Fair. The findings were in a preliminary report from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) published on October 3. The department investigated the cause of illness among at least 124 reported cases traced back to possible exposure to the bacteria at the fair. At least one person died as a result of the illness. The fair was held September 6 through September 15 at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center in Fletcher. The building was temporarily closed following the initial report.

What Makes Truck Accidents Different From Other Types of Accidents?

October 27, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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”?

Semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and tractor-trailers are all names for large, commercial trucks.

Victim of Distracted Driving Crash Awarded $4 Million

October 20, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: How does the law of contributory negligence play a role in my case?

A North Carolina woman who was seriously hurt in a crash with a distracted driver will receive $4 million in a mediated settlement. The woman was turning left when her vehicle was hit by a commercial van. The van was allegedly traveling at a high rate of speed and went through a red light. The driver of the van was said to be on his phone and therefore distracted at the time of the crash. The van broadsided the woman’s vehicle, causing severe injuries. Phone records were utilized to help prove that the van driver was indeed using the phone when he failed to stop at the light and hit the woman’s vehicle.

Transitioning Back to the Workplace After a Workers’ Compensation Injury

October 13, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can my employer fire me because I filed a workers’ compensation claim?”

Are you thinking about returning to work after taking time off to recover from a workers’ compensation claim? Are you unsure how to get started? Lucky for you, the team at Arnold & Smith, PLLC can help. We are well versed in the workers’ compensation world and have an abundance of experience helping workers transition back to the workforce with minimal hassle.