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It took half a second for a car accident to change your life forever. Now, instead of recovering, you’re looking at a new normal, wondering how you’ll adapt to your condition in the foreseeable future. While you’re a lot of things in this situation, you’re not alone. Whitley Law Firm, established in 1974, is here to protect your rights.

You have many options in the aftermath of an accident, but none of them give you the opportunity to focus on your recovery like we do. A Greensboro car accident lawyer from our team can build your case, evaluate your damages, and pursue a fair settlement from the liable party. Start a free case review when you call our personal injury team at (919) 785-5000.

What You Can Expect From Our Greensboro Car Accident Lawyers

Greensboro Car Accident Lawyer

After a collision, you may hope that the liable insurance company will come forward and make a fair offer. However, insurance companies are in business to make a profit––not to look out for the rights of injured people.

There’s no reason to struggle through the claims process alone. With Whitley Law Firm, you have more than legal options; you have the support of our entire personal injury team. To advance your case, we may:

  • Consult with accident reconstruction specialists and healthcare professionals
  • Interview eyewitnesses and collect medical and police reports
  • Gather CCTV video from the area of the accident and retrieve photos from bystanders
  • Account for all of your losses in your case’s value
  • File your insurance claim
  • Negotiate with the insurance company for the settlement you deserve
  • Prepare for trial if negotiations do not produce a fair offer
  • Represent you in court

Our Car Accident Lawyers Offer Responsive Legal Care

Our law firm has served injured people in North Carolina for close to 50 years. During that time, we developed an approach to personal injury cases. We call it “the Whitley Advantage.”

The Whitley Advantage isn’t just one thing. It’s care. It’s compassion. And it’s listening––really listening to our clients like we would our own family. At Whitley Law Firm, we:

  • Follow the Golden Rule and treat each client as we would like to be treated
  • Provide wholehearted, hands-on care and service based in kindness
  • Offer bilingual support in English or Spanish
  • Offer appointments as you need them
  • Return phone calls within 24 hours
  • Give you your attorney’s email address and phone number

Our car accident lawyers pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. We do not settle until we’ve done all we can to resolve your case.

There’s No Upfront Cost in Retaining a Greensboro Car Accident Lawyer

When you start your free case consultation, we will discuss your needs and suggest a route moving forward. If moving forward with our law firm makes sense, we work on a contingency-fee-basis. This means we collect no attorney’s fees until we successfully recover compensation for you.

One of our goals when working with car accident clients is to relieve financial stress where we can––and that involves alleviating our attorney’s fees. We aim to make legal help as financially accessible as possible.

Read What Satisfied Clients Have Shared About Our Injury Lawyers

Want to know what it’s like to partner with Whitley Law Firm firsthand? Our clients are so gracious for the level of care they receive that many leave positive feedback. Some have shared:

  • “Aleigha Langtange was truly great to work with! I’m so glad she is the face of the firm as an Intake Specialist, she made me actually decide to go with the firm. She is kind, understanding and a good listener. Thank you for everything.” —Happy Client
  • “I would just like to thank you for your hard work. It resulted in my favor. I look forward to continuing working with you. I appreciate your advice, honesty and integrity. You made me feel special. I will have no trouble recommending you to everyone. Thanks again and I look forward to the future with you.” —Sharon B.
  • “In just a few short months, nearly a month and half, I watched the stress pour off me and hope regained. The Whitley Law Firm, Ben, his Father, Jocelyn, everyone will treat you like a member of their family and they stand up for their family!” Danielle G. 

We’re hopeful that at the conclusion of your car accident case, you’ll have similar thoughts.

Our Greensboro Car Accident Lawyers Fight for Fair Compensation

If you suffered injuries in a collision due to another party’s negligence, our Greensboro attorneys seek full and fair compensation through a settlement or verdict. As an injured claimant, you have the right to pursue both economic and non-economic damages, as illustrated below.

Economic Damages Account for Your Financial Losses

Your injury-related economic damages come with bills, receipts, and invoices. They include:

  • Medical expenses, such as hospital stays, treatment, surgery, ambulance transportation, prescriptions, and assistive medical devices
  • Property damage, including the repair or replacement of your vehicle
  • Loss of income during your time recovering, or if your injury makes it impossible to return to your profession, the difference in income between your new job and your original position
  • Out-of-pocket expenses, such as paying for additional help with household chores, shopping, childcare, or yard upkeep

Non-Economic Damages Reflect Your Accident-Related Hardships

Your non-economic damages don’t come with documentation like economic damages do. Rather, their values depend on your quality of life, pain levels, and estimated recovery period. These damages include:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Disfigurement or disability
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Loss of consortium

These are just some of the damages that your settlement or court award could account for. Our lawyers review your accident and injuries from multiple angles, ensuring we don’t miss a single expense in our calculations.

We’ve Recovered Seven-Figure Outcomes for Traffic Accident Claimants

Without understanding the particulars of your accident and injuries, we cannot estimate how much compensation you may receive. The final dollar amount, as noted, depends on your situation.

Yet, we’ve recovered millions for injured claimants in positions similar to yours. Read some of our stories:

  • A rural mail carrier received $5.5 million after being rear-ended by a large truck
  • A car passenger received $3.5 million after being hit by a bus
  • A motorist received $1.5 million after being hit by an unsafe driver

Our work is our passion, and we consider our clients to be family. That said, we do everything in our power to secure fair compensation. Throughout our partnership, you can breathe easily knowing that we’re in your corner.

North Carolina’s Statute of Limitations to File a Car Accident Lawsuit

If the liable party’s insurance company denies your claim or refuses to negotiate a reasonable settlement, you could file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation. In North Carolina, you typically have three years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit, per G.S. § 1-52.

If you don’t comply with this deadline, you could lose the right to seek compensation for your losses. This could put you in a tough financial spot if you suffered a life-altering condition. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by consulting with Whitley Law Firm. Remember: your first case review is free of charge.

What Should I Do After a Collision in Greensboro, NC?

Many factors may affect the outcome of a personal injury claim. The following are some considerations that could bolster your case. If possible:

Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Not only is seeking medical care important for your recovery, but it also documents your injuries. We can use your imaging scan results, doctor’s testimony, and treatment plan to show that the accident caused your condition. We advocate for people who suffered these and other life-altering injuries:

  • Spinal cord trauma
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Nerve damage
  • Internal bleeding
  • Organ damage or loss
  • Amputations
  • Paralysis

Some people walk away from an accident thinking they are not hurt, only to feel the effects of the injury over the next few hours or days. Unfortunately, this may cast doubt on the severity or even the existence of your injuries. To prevent the insurers from contesting your case, we encourage you to visit a care provider as soon as possible.

Take Photos of Your Injuries and the Accident Scene (if Possible)

If someone has a working camera or camera phone, taking photos of your injuries, the injuries of those around you, and the scene of the accident may help your case. Be sure to document adverse weather conditions, hazardous road conditions, and obscured signs, as they may play an important role in determining fault and liability.

Be Honest With Law Enforcement Officials

At some point, the police may ask you to give a statement about what happened. Keep it brief and tell the truth, but don’t guess or try to be helpful by talking about possible causes. Just answer the required questions and be succinct.

Refuse to Give a Recorded Statement

Do not provide a recorded statement to an insurance representative. Anything you say (even something innocent or minor) could hurt your case’s progression. We encourage you to discuss your legal rights with a car accident attorney before speaking with an insurance adjuster.

Partake in a Free Case Review With Whitley Law Firm

The sooner you connect with our team, the sooner you can choose a path forward for your claim. During your free case review, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Meet with a representative
  • Ask questions about your situation
  • Get a “feel” for our firm
  • Secure much-needed peace of mind

Frequently Asked Questions About Greensboro Car Accident Cases

We sometimes get these and other questions from clients in positions like yours:

What Happens if the Other Party Accuses Me of Causing the Accident?

North Carolina is one of the few states with a pure contributory negligence system. Here, if the other party successfully alleges that you caused even one percent of the accident, you can’t recover damages. Even unfounded allegations could complicate your case’s progression.

You don’t have to worry about combating these accusations with our team advocating for you. We use evidence to bolster your claim and show its required elements. For instance, to show another party’s negligence, we may find and use:

  • Police reports
  • Accident reconstruction data
  • Photos of the accident scene
  • Testimony from witnesses
  • Traffic camera footage
  • Black box data

With the information we find through an investigation, we intend to show how another party’s actions or omissions caused your accident. Then, we demand they pay for the full scope of your losses.

What Happens if the At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance?

Not all accidents are straightforward. Unfortunately, some drivers choose to operate their vehicles without insurance. This could complicate efforts to recover compensation––but you still have options.

For instance, you may have uninsured motorist coverage. This would allow you to file a claim with your own insurer and recover damages up to the liable policy’s limits. If you don’t have this coverage, our team can explore filing a lawsuit and recovering damages that way.

Will I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit?

At this time, without reviewing your case, we’re unsure of whether you’ll have to file a lawsuit to recover damages. However, if litigation could yield compensation, we won’t hesitate to take this route. We prepare all cases as though they’re going to trial, giving clients the best possible chance at securing fair financial recovery.

As noted, you have a limited time to file a lawsuit under North Carolina’s statute of limitations. To protect your right to damages through the court system, we encourage you to reach out to our legal team.

Begin Your Free Car Accident Case Evaluation

At Whitley Law Firm, client-centered care isn’t just one thing; it’s the fabric of everything we do. Our family-owned and operated firm has deep roots in North Carolina—and we want to make our home state for everyone.

If you were in a car accident, you’re not alone. Our car accident lawyers are prepared to break ground on your case and hold the at-fault party accountable for their actions. Call us at (919) 785-5000 to begin a free case review.