North Carolina Transportation & Road Safety

New Statistics Show Car Accident Fatalities Still on the Rise

As the U.S. returns to a semblance of normalcy not seen since before COVID-19 spread across the country in early 2020, roads and highways have emerged as an increasingly dangerous and deadly place. The latest national statistics show car accident fatalities are on the rise.…

By Ben Whitley

/ 14 Sep 2022

New Statistics Show Car Accident Fatalities Still on the Rise

Top Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Attorney

Hundreds of thousands of car crashes happen in North Carolina annually, and fatal collisions are rising. The days after a car accident are often a blur. Your mind will swim as you heal from injuries, navigate insurance claims, wait on vehicle repairs, and figure out…

By Ben Whitley

/ 18 Aug 2022

Top Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Attorney

How to Stay Safe Driving Around Large Trucks in North Carolina

As thoughts turn to summer vacation and North Carolina road trips, it’s essential to take a moment to think about how to stay safe while driving, especially when traveling around large trucks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released statistics that estimate fatal

By Ben Whitley

/ 23 Jun 2022

How to Stay Safe Driving Around Large Trucks in North Carolina

What to Do After an Out-of-State Car Accident in North Carolina

Many people think that car accidents that happen out of their home state will become a major hassle. While no accident should be taken lightly, the laws that govern people’s responsibilities after an accident are very similar across the country. If you have been involved…

By Ben Whitley

/ 28 Jun 2021

What to Do After an Out-of-State Car Accident in North Carolina

The Damages in Your Motorcycle Accident Case

“Damages” is a broad term for the losses that may be recoverable in an accident claim. Generally, they fall into two categories: economic damages and non-economic damages. Possible damages in your motorcycle accident claim include: Economic damages: These are losses with a clear monetary value. Medi

By Ben Whitley

/ 20 May 2021

The Damages in Your Motorcycle Accident Case

Common Causes of Trucking Accidents

When there is a trucking accident, often times the result is severe. Any commercial truck can weigh between 40,000 to 80,000 lbs., so many truck-related accidents can cause multiple lane closures, fires, and fatalities. It is important to understand why trucking accidents continue to happen…

By Robert Whitley

/ 30 Jul 2020

Driving Safely After the Quarantine

With businesses closed down and Stay At Home Orders in place, fewer cars have been on the road, but that does not mean that we are invincible to accidents. As talks of reopening North Carolina begin and we start to resume a sense of normalcy,…

By Santiago Arroba

/ 27 Apr 2020

Understanding Motorcycle Safety for a Good Summer

As the weather gets nicer, more and more people will take their motorcycles onto roadways across the United States. Whether operating a motorcycle, car, or truck, a motorist is required to pay attention to others on the road. Although one driver may do everything right,…

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 14 Jul 2019

Understanding Motorcycle Safety for a Good Summer

Bird Scooters Storm the Country

In early July 2018, Bird, an electric scooter company, released 150 scooters in Raleigh, North Carolina, for public transportation use. City goers and city officials have voiced concerns regarding the safety and storage of the scooters.

By Whitney J. Butcher

/ 14 Nov 2018