Lane departures were cited as a contributing factor in 63,776 crashes on North Carolina roads and highways during 2018. Errors by drivers that led to these collisions included illegal passing, driving left of center/crossing the center line, improper lane changes, running onto the shoulder or median, and going the wrong way. Whatever the specific circumstances,…
In accidents where two or more vehicles are involved, one of the motorists is typically at fault. The driver is in control of the vehicle and decides on how to maneuver. A negligent driver may cause an accident. Some examples of driver negligence include drunken driving, texting while driving, and driving over the speed limit….
Sure bets rarely are. But take it from us as personal injury and wrongful death attorneys who have helped victims of motorcycle crashes in North Carolina for more than 30 years: A driver who hits a motorcycle will swear they never saw the bike or its rider. In particular, drivers who cause collisions while attempting…
While the Coronavirus is affecting the way many people in North Carolina and across the country are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, the holiday is traditionally known as one where people head to the pubs and bars to celebrate. Unfortunately, some of these people make the often-tragic mistake of getting in their vehicle to drive while…
Northeast North Carolina receives more than its share of major storms. Hurricanes, tropical storms and nor’easters hit the Outer Banks frequently. Flooding and wind damage are just a fact of life for residents of Ocracoke, Nags Head, Duck, Moyock, Elizabeth City and the other community along the Atlantic Ocean and on both sides of the…