personal injury compensation

What are Damages in a Personal Injury Claim?

January 13, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What are Damages in a Personal Injury Claim?

If you or a loved one was hurt in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. Compensation comes through the negligent person who caused the accident that resulted in your injuries. After an accident, you could be facing thousands of dollars worth of medical bills, along with other losses. An experienced personal injury attorney will work on your behalf to help you obtain the money you are owed for your claim.

What are Damages?

Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Hit on I-85

December 11, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Hit on I-85

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on I-85 in west Charlotte. According to reports, police and medics responded to a serious accident in which a pedestrian was hit on I-85. The accident happened at about 6 pm. The accident shut down I-85 near Billy Graham Parkway for hours while police conducted an investigation. The victim was transported to Atrium Health CMC with life-threatening injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents are Common

How is the Monetary Value of Pain and Suffering Calculated?

December 4, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

How is the Monetary Value of Pain and Suffering Calculated?

Accidents can result in extreme injuries that require extensive treatment. Along with injuries often comes quite a bit of pain. The negligent person responsible for the accident should be held accountable for paying all the costs associated with your injuries. Some costs are economic, and others are non-economic. The victim of an accident expects compensation for all damages they suffer due to the negligence of another.

Types of Damages

What is the Car Accident Settlement Process in North Carolina?

October 30, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What is the Car Accident Settlement Process in North Carolina?

In order to file a lawsuit after a traffic accident for a car accident settlement, you will need to take certain steps to protect yourself and your claim. Specifically, you will need to document the crash, get medical treatment, and work with an attorney who can write a demand letter and negotiate a fair settlement amount. Working with the car accident attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, can make the process much easier and smoother.

What is a Car Accident Settlement?