Car Accident

Choosing to reject the insurance company’s initial settlement offer is your right, but it’s important to consult a legal professional first. A knowledgeable Raleigh car accident lawyer can assess the details of your case and evaluate the insurance policies involved. They will compare the offer with settlements from similar cases to determine if it’s fair. …

Have you been in a wreck in North Carolina and need to know how long you have to report it? North Carolina drivers must report a car accident immediately to the local police department or the North Carolina Highway Patrol if the accident results in injury, death, or property damage exceeding $1,000.  If you have …

If you’ve been injured in a North Carolina car accident, it’s important to act quickly. You might wonder if it’s too late to get a lawyer for a car accident. The answer is no, but timing is important. Contact a car accident lawyer right away to avoid missing critical filing deadlines. Dealing with a car …

To prove you are not at fault after a car accident, you must prove someone else is at fault. To do this, you must demonstrate the four legal elements of negligence. If the at-fault party tries to blame you for the crash, a car accident attorney from Whitley Law Firm can help you gather evidence …

You do not have a long time after an accident to file a lawsuit in North Carolina. The statute of limitations for a personal injury case is three years under G.S. § 1-52. The wrongful death statute of limitations is only two years, according to G.S. § 1-53. If you were injured because of another …

To get a car accident report in North Carolina, you will most likely have to go through the Department of Motor Vehicles. Usually, you can do this over the phone, in person, or online. However, if you are injured and unable to make these arrangements, your car accident attorney can do this for you. Instructions …

After a car accident, you should prioritize your health and potential injury case by reporting the incident to law enforcement, documenting the collision scene, and considering your legal options. Below, the team at Whitley Law Firm has compiled some recommendations that could make for a smooth claims process. If you have any questions about partnering …

Should you accept a settlement after a car accident? If you have been injured in a car accident in Raleigh, this is an extremely important question. While it might be tempting to accept a quick settlement, you only get one chance to settle – and you do not want to settle for less than you …

In 2016, there were 267,494 reported motor-vehicle involved accidents. That is an average of 732 accidents per day. However, there are more accidents than this every year. This is because not every accident is considered “reportable”. Under North Carolina law, an individual only must report an accident to law enforcement if: A person is injured …

For many, the three-day Labor Day weekend is the last piece of Summer before the school year gets into full swing. There can be festivals, parades, barbeques, and fireworks for everyone to enjoy as Summer winds down into Fall. However, it is also a dangerous weekend for countless drivers on the road. According to The …