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Distracted driving is an extremely common problem on North Carolina roads. Despite the known risks posed by driver inattention, most drivers are guilty of distracted driving at least once in their lives. Anything that takes a driver’s hands off the wheel, eyes off the road or attention off the driving task is a distraction…

Yes, you can recover punitive damages in North Carolina if you can prove that the defendant acted with fraud, malice, or willful or wanton conduct. Receiving this additional damage award requires proof of egregious wrongdoing by the defendant and the defendant’s liability for compensatory damages. What Are Punitive Damages? There are two main categories…

Tractor-trailers and 18-wheelers come with public threats and accident risks that do not exist with standard motor vehicles. One is off-tracking, which is when a semi’s front wheels and rear wheels do not align with each other. Off-tracking creates an extremely dangerous situation that can cause a truck driver to lose control of the…

Dashcam footage from a motor vehicle can provide objective, irrefutable evidence to help establish fault for a car accident. Footage from a dashboard camera can speed up the car insurance process and disprove false allegations – which is especially important under North Carolina’s contributory negligence law. Dashcam footage can generally be used as evidence…

The decision of whether or not to hire a personal injury lawyer in North Carolina is personal. It depends on your unique situation, including the severity of your injuries and your case goals. It is important to know, however, that having legal representation, such as a Wilmington personal injury attorney, can make a critical…