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If you suffer an injury in a workplace accident in North Carolina, your employer must report it. When your employer fails to fulfill this responsibility, it can undermine your ability to obtain vital compensation available under North Carolina law. But…
Many motorcyclists argue that driving in between lanes during stopped traffic, a practice known as “lane splitting,” can save time for them and others on the road by reducing congestion. But is lane splitting legal in North Carolina? Read on…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), auto accidents kill over 100 people every day across the country. Sadly, another life was lost in early March when a motorcyclist fatally crashed near South Reilly Road and Great…
If you were injured in an accident caused at little to no fault of your own, you could seek compensation for your losses by filing a personal injury claim against the at-fault party. This post goes over a few proactive…
Our children are our most precious cargo. We want to ensure they remain safe and secure while traveling in a vehicle. Accidents can happen at any time – especially in North Carolina, where approximately 677 accidents occur every day. That’s…
A worker who gets into a motor vehicle accident while driving for their employer may wonder whether they have the right to pursue financial compensation for injuries, lost wages, and vehicle damage from their employer. To find out more about…
Motorists must meet North Carolina’s auto insurance requirements. But navigating the lengthy consumer guides for insurance can be tricky. The injury attorneys at Kreger Brodish LLP want to provide you with simple, straightforward information on how to choose the best…
We often hear the term “pain and suffering” in the context of personal injury settlements, but it’s important to understand exactly what it means. The first step is to understand the difference between “special damages” and “general damages” (“damages” meaning…
The short answer is no. North Carolina is one of only four states, plus the District of Columbia, that follow the “pure contributory negligence” doctrine. This means that if you are found to be even 1 percent at fault for…
Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older or who qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. It is considered a “secondary” payer, meaning it will only be used after all other avenues of…
