Auto Accident
How To Gather Evidence for Your Car Accident Claim
When you’ve been in a car accident, you may not feel like playing detective and tracking down evidence to prove who’s at fault. But if you want the fairest possible settlement, gathering evidence for your car accident claim is a must. Below, learn about the types of evidence to collect and how a car accident…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Rights After a Car Accident: A Guide for Victims
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles reports that almost 275,000 car accidents take place in the Tar Heel State each year. These accidents cause over 110,000 injuries and millions of dollars of property damage. If you’re ever involved in a car crash in North Carolina, it’ll likely leave you shaken up. These accidents are…
Read MoreThe Importance of Gathering Evidence for Your Car Accident Claim
When you’re involved in a traffic collision, collecting evidence is probably the last thing on your mind. While your priority should always be everyone’s safety, gathering evidence for your car accident claim is also important. Whether you’re filing an insurance claim or a lawsuit against the negligent party, the right kinds of proof can help…
Read MoreStatute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims: Don’t Miss Your Window
You were traveling down a local street, or perhaps the interstate in Raleigh and then unexpectedly became entangled in an auto collision. Now, your life has been turned upside down. You have debilitating injuries that you may need surgery for, followed by rehabilitation, or perhaps you’ve suffered such serious harm that you have what are…
Read MoreExploring the Legal Process: Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit
So, you had a car crash along NC Hwy 86, 57, along I-40 or I-85, on South Churton Street, or elsewhere in and around Hillsborough. Now, not only are you left with a severely damaged vehicle on your hands, but even worse, you’ve suffered serious injuries that you’re going to need extensive treatment for in…
Read MoreInjuries That Often Result From Car Accidents: Know Your Rights
Many of us get behind the wheel of our car without thinking twice about it. However, we should. The most recent report published by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles, its North Carolina 2021 Traffic Crash Facts report, highlights how our state saw 276,026 auto accidents that year. Of those, 74,639 resulted in injuries…
Read MoreHow To Spot a Drunk Driver and Your Right to Compensation if One Injures You
The statistics surrounding drunk driving accidents are staggering. At least 30% of all auto accidents can be blamed on alcohol intoxication, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this same factor resulted in at least 13,384 fatalities on American roadways in 2021. These collisions are completely preventable if people would not drink…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do After a Car Accident in North Carolina?
If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident in North Carolina, it’s natural to feel shaken, confused, and unsure about the next steps. At Paynter Law, we have seen countless clients over the years grappling with similar emotions. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you navigate the aftermath of a car accident…
Read MoreHow to Preserve Evidence and Strengthen Your Personal Injury Claim After a Vehicle Accident
In the aftermath of an auto accident, many North Carolinians find themselves scrambling to understand their rights, responsibilities, and the steps they must undertake to ensure their well-being. The collection and preservation of evidence is critical if you’re considering filing a personal injury claim in North Carolina. Evidence in a motor vehicle accident can help…
Read MoreUnderstanding North Carolina’s Contributory Negligence Law in Car and Truck Accidents
Contributory negligence is a legal principle in North Carolina that essentially states if a person is even slightly at fault (1% or more) for an accident that caused them harm, they cannot recover damages from other parties who were primarily responsible for the incident. North Carolina is one of the few U.S. states that still…
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