What is a wrongful death? A wrongful death is a death that is caused by the negligence or misconduct of an individual or company. How can a wrongful death occur? Wrongful death can occur during an auto accident, truck or motorcycle accident, workers’ compensation...
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Year: 2021
STRATEGIES FOR AVOIDING DISTRACTED DRIVING
Whether you spend large amounts of time driving for your job or you just jump behind the wheel to get yourself to and from work or running daily errands, it is very important to be aware of distracted driving. We believe that most people realize just how dangerous...
APRIL IS DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH
While the 20th century witnessed America’s great love affair with the car, in this century her object of affection has become the cell phone. While there are an estimated 150 million cars on U.S. roads, the country is believed to have about 330 million cell phones....
LEGAL OPTIONS IF YOU’RE HIT BY A DRUNK DRIVER
The facts about drunk driving are alarming. According to statistics compiled by MADD, or Mothers Against Drunk Driving, between 50 and 75 percent of drivers convicted of DUIs continue to drive even after their licenses are suspended. Around 27 Americans die every day...
ANIMAL ATTACK OR ACCIDENT, DO YOU HAVE A LAWSUIT?
You know how to behave around both domesticated and wild animals. Domesticated animals usually feel more than happy to sit in close proximity to humans. Wild animals require a lot of space and minimal interaction. However, you recently crossed paths with a dog or...
SAFEGUARDING LOVED ONES FROM NURSING HOME ABUSE
As your loved one ages or as his or her health worsens, you may consider placing this family member in a nursing home. After all, you may not have the training, time, or ability to provide your loved one with the extensive care he or she needs. But you worry about how...
SUSTAINING A BRAIN INJURY
Sustaining a traumatic brain injury can be detrimental to anyone. Any injury can prevent you from working and maintaining your normal life temporarily. Sometimes, injuries can cause permanent damage or affect you years and years after the accident occurred. Unlike...
WHY YOU SHOULD CALL A WRONG DEATH ATTORNEY
Wrongful death is a civil action rather than a criminal action; therefore, it is very complex. Since the person killed cannot make a claim or file suit and/or collect damages, the family or representatives of the estate must do so. Hardee, Massey & Blodgett, LLP...
WAYS YOU CAN AVOID A TRUCK ACCIDENT
As the driver or passenger of a car or pickup, you could sustain serious injuries if the vehicle you are in is involved in a collision with a large truck. Tractor trailer trucks exert a great deal of force because of their significant mass. There are many things you...
THREE TYPES OF DISTRACTED DRIVING
Operating a motor is a huge responsibility that should be taken very seriously before you take off on the roads and highways in eastern North Carolina. Your actions while driving your vehicle not only affect your safety, but also the safety of other drivers all around...
