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Common Mistakes to Avoid in North Carolina Personal Injury Claims

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Last Modified on Dec 10, 2025

North Carolina’s laws are designed to create a pathway for injured parties to hold the person who hurt them accountable in court. Often, this is done through financial compensation. While…

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Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing a Personal Injury Claim in Charlotte

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Last Modified on Dec 10, 2025

If you believe another party is responsible for causing a personal injury to you or a loved one, you may be wondering about the step-by-step guide to preparing a personal…

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North Carolina Personal Injury Settlement Amounts Examples [2025 Updated]

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Last Modified on Dec 15, 2025

Personal injury settlement amounts in North Carolina vary significantly based on case circumstances, with no set average amount. Recent examples demonstrate the range of potential compensation: in 2024, a farm…

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Q. If I make a settlement in a personal injury arising out of a work injury, do I have to pay the workers’ compensation insurance back for money they have already paid me?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

Sometimes. NC law is very complicated on these obligations. A Superior Court Judge can be asked to set what, if any, lien is due the workers’ compensation insurance carrier when…

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Q. I was involved in a car accident while working. Can I make a claim against the car insurance in addition to the workers’ compensation insurance company?

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Last Modified on Sep 28, 2023

A. Yes. You will likely have a workers’ compensation claim regardless of how the car accident occurred. If the wreck was caused by someone else’s negligence, you will also have…

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How do I handle myself at the scene?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

You must stop and help anyone who is injured at the scene. Take precautions to make sure other cars are warned of the wreck. North Carolina Law requires you to…

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Should I go to the hospital if I don’t have pain?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

Most health care providers recommend that you go to the Emergency Room to make sure you don’t have hidden or delayed injuries. Even if you don’t go to the Emergency…

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How long do I have to bring my claim?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

North Carolina law generally gives you three (3) years to file a lawsuit for personal injury. Wrongful death claims usually have a two (2) year time limit. North Carolina law…

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How can I pay my bills while I am out of work?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

You should consider all possible sources of insurance such as health and disability. Depending on your condition, you may become eligible for Med Pay, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid or Worker’s…

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How much money should I get for my damaged car?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

Property damage claims are generally handled separately from personal injury claims. North Carolina law permits you to recover the difference between full market value of the car before and after…

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Does it matter whether I am at fault or not in causing the accident?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

Yes. North Carolina is one of the few states in the country that continues to follow the “Contributory Negligence” doctrine of liability. This harsh law means that even if the…

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How much money should I receive for my injuries?

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Last Modified on Sep 29, 2023

You should recover past and future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, scarring, pain and suffering and any other loss you have endured as a result of the accident.…

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