Personal Injury

After a settlement is reached in a personal injury case, the next steps involve finalizing legal documents, processing payment through the insurance company, and resolving any outstanding medical liens or attorney fees.  While settling is a significant milestone, there are still several necessary steps before the injured party actually receives their funds. Each case is …

There’s no true “average” settlement for a pedestrian hit by a car. Every case in North Carolina is different based on the injuries, costs, and how they affect your life.  Factors like how badly the person was hurt, how the accident happened, and how it changed their life all affect the final amount someone can …

After sending a demand letter, a settlement can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. The timeline depends on various factors, such as the insurance company’s response, the complexity of your case, and whether negotiations lead to a fair agreement.  Some cases settle quickly, while others require additional legal action. Our Raleigh personal …

Insurance companies typically don’t have a set amount they pay for pain and suffering. The compensation varies widely depending on the specifics of each case, including the severity of injuries, impact on daily life, and long-term consequences. Many times, the value of pain and suffering damages depends on negotiation. A Raleigh personal injury lawyer can …

Have you filed a claim and wish to know how your personal injury settlement will be paid out? A personal injury settlement may be dispersed in the form of a lump sum payment or a structured settlement. Our Raleigh personal injury lawyer can discuss each payment option with you in detail, or you can continue …

After an accident, motorists are curious to know if their accident reports are public record in North Carolina. Overall, accident reports in North Carolina are public records that can be accessed by interested parties but are subject to certain restrictions and guidelines. Our Raleigh personal injury lawyers are available 24/7 to advise you of the …

Many personal injury lawsuits in the U.S. settle out of court. A common question we hear is, “Are personal injury settlements taxable?” It’s a valid concern, given the IRS’s broad reach. Fortunately, in a majority of cases, you won’t have to pay taxes on your settlement. Generally, the proceeds from your personal injury case are …

Personal injury settlements typically take several months. That said, some cases can be longer or shorter, depending on the situation at hand. If you’ve been hurt in a truck collision, car accident, or another incident caused by the careless actions of another person, you’ll want to meet with an attorney. A Raleigh personal injury lawyer …

Most of the time, you can change lawyers whenever you like, even in the middle of your lawsuit. However, the judge may have the final word on changes in representation. If, for example, the court believes there is an issue with your preferred attorney taking over this particular case, or if the timing isn’t appropriate …

If you’re catastrophically injured in an accident caused by someone else, you may think there’s no way you can afford an attorney. However, contingency payment arrangements mean you can access legal representation without paying anything from your own pocket. Instead, your lawyer takes a percentage of what they recover on your behalf. If you wonder …