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When Can Someone Sue for Wrongful Death?
We know that losing a loved one is traumatic and life-changing. It brings whirlwind of emotions and hardships, including financial hardships. In general, we rely on our loved ones for support just as we provide support to our loved ones. When we suddenly lose that support, it can change your whole life – you may…
Read MoreAfter a Car Crash: Whose Insurance Should I File With?
If you’ve been in a car crash, you may be considering filing a claim with an insurance company for damage to your vehicle (property damage), injuries, and medical bills. An important question that comes up early is, “Which company do I file a claim with? Mine, or the other driver’s?” This is an important decision…
Read MoreRidesharing is Making the World A Safer Place – Or Is It?
A group of researchers from the University of Chicago began a study to prove that the invention of ridesharing companies has made the road, and the world a safer place – decreasing car crashes, fatalities, drunk drivers, etc. Unfortunately, those researchers have now said that they proved themselves wrong. By looking at data from the…
Read MoreSeasonal Driving Safety Tips
We don’t get a ton of winter weather here in North Carolina, but we do get some snow and ice from time to time. Because we don’t get wintry weather regularly, it’s even more important to make sure you are prepared if you have to drive in it. Before the arrival of winter weather this…
Read MoreIn a Car Crash? – Your Essential Guide
Read this. Print this. Keep it in your car. Share it with your loved ones. If you are in a car crash (we hope you never are), you may feel frantic and unsure of what to do. We know that it can be overwhelming, but there are a few things you will want to remember,…
Read More5 Things to do Before A Road Trip
The holidays are coming up, and many of us have plans to travel to visit family and close friends. If you have similar plans, make sure you do these 5 car maintenance items before traveling. Car maintenance can seem like a headache and is often put on the backburner, but doing these 5 things regularly,…
Read MoreNorth Carolina Car Accidents – By The Numbers
We regularly post safe driving tips and recommendations on how to keep your family safe while travelling. If you’ve ever wondered why we care so much or why you should read those and implement them into your driving habits, here’s why. According to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles, in 2016, there were over…
Read More5 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Many of us have a loved one or know someone who has a loved one in a nursing home – and the number is trending upwards. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2030, roughly one of every five residents in the United States will be 65 years old or older and close…
Read More7 Things to do After a Car Crash
Car crashes can be terrifying and overwhelming. Unfortunately, the vast majority of us will be involved in a car crash at some point in our lives, whether it is a minor crash or major one. Because car crashes are so prevalent, and your actions immediately after a car crash are so important, we want to…
Read MoreStaying Safe: Hurricane Related Car Accidents
Hurricane Florence slammed into the Carolinas last week, bringing gale force winds, torrential rain, and devastating floods into our state and surrounding areas. It goes without saying that these weather conditions are serious and deadly, posing serious safety hazards. North Carolina residents are all too familiar with hurricanes. These storms affect just about every aspect…
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