Pain and suffering

U.S. Approves Use of Adaptive Beam Headlights

March 9, 2022 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I wait a few months to pursue a personal injury claim?”

Vehicle safety is of utmost importance. Through the years, many changes have been made to the laws and requirements of vehicles in order to improve performance and safety. It is essential to see as well as possible while driving at night or in inclement conditions. Many improvements to headlights have occurred through the years but only now has the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration approved the use of adaptive beam headlights. These headlights have already been approved for use in other countries but were not allowed in the United States.

What is Contributory Negligence?

March 2, 2022 | 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?

Vehicle accidents happen quite often. Although most accidents are minor, some crashes are severe and result in serious injuries. The person responsible for the accident should pay for your medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. An accident can cause you and your family a lot of strife and you certainly do not want to pay high medical bills when the person who caused your injuries is not held responsible. A qualified attorney will help you with the process of obtaining money from the negligent party.

What Plaintiffs Should Know About Personal Injury Damages

February 16, 2022 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 suffering, accident victims run the risk of experiencing a lower quality of life after the injury.

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.

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.

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.

Injured by an Uninsured Driver in North Carolina?

August 25, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage and how may it apply to my case?

When an individual incurs personal injury due to another driver’s negligence, the results can be traumatic and life-changing. Between medical care and subsequent bills, finding a qualified personal injury attorney, and navigating the world of insurance coverage and claims, the prospect of recovering compensation for a victim’s damages can seem less and less promising with each passing day.

When is a Landlord Liable for a Tenant’s Injury in North Carolina?

November 11, 2020 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What should I do if I have been injured by another party but I can’t afford a lawyer?”

When a tenant sustains an injury at a rental property, the question of the landlord’s liability becomes a central issue. Tenants can sustain serious injuries because of defective equipment, broken steps, missing handrails, or even burglary.

Can You Seek Compensation for Pain and Suffering in Personal Injury Cases in North Carolina?

November 4, 2020 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 accident that occurred due to someone else’s fault. Do not underestimate the seriousness of emotional distress and mental anguish that can take a toll on various aspects of your life.

Three Options for Injured Passengers Seeking Compensation After a Car Accident

December 18, 2019 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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

Being in a car crash as a passenger is not only scary and frustrating because you have no control over the accident, but also confusing because it may not be immediately clear how to get compensated for your personal injury.