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Unfortunately, brain injuries are common. According to data from Brainline, approximately 2.8 million people suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) nationwide each year. Victims of brain injuries can suffer mild, moderate, or severe damage. There are many ways that doctors can assess a patient believed to have suffered a brain injury. The Glasgow Coma Scale (GSC)…
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Slips, trips, and falls remain among the leading causes of significant injuries. The National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) emphasizes that more than one million people are rushed to emergency medical centers each year with slip and fall accident injuries. If you were hurt in a slip and fall, it is crucial that you have access…
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Accidents happen. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) reports that Americans make nearly 30 million injury-related emergency room visits each year. Suppose you were hurt because of another party’s careless, reckless, or otherwise improper conduct. In that case, you may have the right to pursue financial compensation for damages through a personal injury…
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Commercial truck accidents happen every day in our state. The aftermath of these collisions can be catastrophic and deadly. According to data from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), there were more than 10,000 semi-truck crashes reported in the state in the most recent year with comprehensive data. While large truck collisions happen for…
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Accidents happen. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that 55 million people—1 in 6 Americans—sought professional medical attention for injuries in 2020 alone. Accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, however, a great majority arise out of careless actions. If your accident was caused by the negligence of another party, you have the right…
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Accidents happen. According to data from the National Center for Health Statistics, Americans make a collective 35 million injury-related visits to emergency rooms each year. After a major accident, a person needs financial support to pay their medical bills and provide for their family. If you were injured due to another party’s negligence, you can…
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Motorcycles are a popular form of transportation. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there are more than 120,000 registered motorcycles in North Carolina alone. Motorcycle safety is a must. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that motorcyclists are 20 times more likely to be killed or severely injured in a crash than…
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Motor vehicle collisions impact every community. According to data from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were 247,214 accidents reported within the state in 2020. The City of Raleigh alone saw 73,047 crashes during the year. Following a serious accident, it is crucial that injured victims know what to do to protect their rights…
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Were you involved in a rear-end collision and injured in North Carolina? If so, you are far from alone. There are thousands of rear-end accidents reported in the state each year. Following a crash, it is crucial that you understand your rights, responsibilities, and legal options. At Paynter Law, we are devoted to protecting injured…
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Motor vehicle collisions have long been one of the top causes of catastrophic injuries and accidental fatalities in the United States. Unfortunately, there is now alarming evidence that car accidents are rising nationwide—reversing a multi-decade trend. In May 2022, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published its preliminary highway safety data for 2021. Nearly…
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