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Has Watching Videos Behind the Wheel Become the New Texting?

April 15, 2026

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Distracted driving has a new face. It used to be the driver glancing down to fire off a text. Now it's the driver with streaming video playing on their cell phone, propped against the cupholder, watching TikTok or YouTube while traffic moves at full speed around them. The crashes that follow are just as devastating. […]

How Long Do I Have to File a Dog Bite Claim in Raleigh?

April 9, 2026

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How Long Do I Have to File a Dog Bite Claim in Raleigh? Three years. That's how long North Carolina gives you to file a personal injury lawsuit after a dog bite. But that number is deceptive, because most people assume they have more time than they actually do to build a case worth filing. […]

The Real Cost of a Two-Second Glance

April 1, 2026

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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. For drivers on North Carolina roads, it is also a good time to take stock of what distraction is actually costing this state. Not in vague terms. In real ones. One Distracted Driving Statistic That Should Stop Every Driver Cold At 55 miles per hour, reading a text for […]

How Long Does Road Rash Take to Heal After a Motorcycle Crash?

March 18, 2026

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Road rash sounds minor. It isn't. If you've been in a motorcycle crash in North Carolina and you're reading this at 2am wondering how long does road rash take to heal, the honest answer is: it depends on how bad it is, and it may take much longer than anyone told you at the ER. […]

What Should I Do if a Loose Dog Attacks Me in a Raleigh Park?

March 9, 2026

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If a loose dog attacked you in a Raleigh park, the most important things you can do are seek medical attention immediately, report the attack to Wake County Animal Services, and contact a Raleigh dog attack lawyer before speaking to anyone's insurance company. Dog attacks in public spaces like parks are alarmingly common, and the […]

How Long After a Workers' Comp Settlement Do I Get Paid?

March 2, 2026

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After a workers' comp settlement is approved in North Carolina, most injured workers receive their payment within 30 days. The North Carolina Industrial Commission, which oversees all workers' compensation claims in the state, requires that approved settlement funds be disbursed within that window once a settlement agreement has been fully executed and approved. If you're […]

What Are My Rights if a Dog Bit My Child in Raleigh?

February 23, 2026

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If a dog bit your child in Raleigh, you have the right to pursue compensation for your child's medical expenses, pain and suffering, scarring, and emotional trauma under North Carolina law. Dog owners in this state are held to a strict liability standard when their animal has been declared dangerous or has a known history […]

I Was Injured at RDU Airport — Who Is Responsible?

February 23, 2026

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If you were injured at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, determining who is responsible depends on where the injury happened and what caused it. RDU is operated by the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority, a public entity, but the airport also hosts dozens of private contractors, retailers, restaurants, airlines, and service companies, each of which may carry independent liability […]

Can I Sue After a Trampoline Injury at a Raleigh Sky Zone?

February 11, 2026

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Yes, you can file a claim after a trampoline injury at a Raleigh Sky Zone, even if you signed a waiver before entering. Many people assume that signing a liability waiver at a trampoline park automatically eliminates their right to sue, but that's not always true under North Carolina premises liability law. If your injury […]

What Are My Rights After a Slip and Fall at a Raleigh Costco?

February 9, 2026

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If you've been injured in a slip and fall at a Raleigh Costco, you have the right to pursue compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering under North Carolina premises liability law. Costco, like any business operating in North Carolina, has a legal duty to keep its premises reasonably safe for […]

What To Do After a Slip-and-Fall Injury at Walmart in Raleigh

February 4, 2026

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Slip-and-fall accidents at Walmart are more common than most people realize. With thousands of customers moving through its stores every day, spills go unnoticed, floors stay wet long after mopping, and hazards pile up in busy aisles. When one of those hazards causes you to fall, the consequences can be serious, ranging from broken bones […]

What Happens If You Get Into an Accident Without Insurance?

February 1, 2026

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Getting into a car accident without insurance in North Carolina can result in serious financial and legal consequences, including fines, license suspension, and full personal liability for any damages or injuries you cause. North Carolina is a fault-based state, which means the at-fault driver is responsible for covering the other party's losses. If you're uninsured […]

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