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Bicycle Accident Lawyer

Injury Attorney for North Carolina Bike Accident Victims
An experienced attorney can help you take legal action if you were struck by an at-fault motorist while riding your bike. Unfortunately, bicycle accidents occur more often then we’d like to believe. When a person riding a bike is struck by a car, truck or other motor vehicle, it is not uncommon for the bicyclist to suffer from any number of serious injuries. Drivers and passengers in vehicles are protected by steel doors, windshields, airbags, and a seat belt. Aside from their helmet, bike riders have no protection during an accident. As such, a bicyclist may suffer brain damage, paralysis, back or spinal cord injuries, internal injuries, disfigurement, permanent disability, or even death.

Recovering Compensation in a Bicycle Accident Case
The cost of treating the injuries sustained in a bicycle accident can easily escalate into possibly hundreds of thousands of dollars-a figure most people cannot afford, especially when their injuries keep them out work. Fortunately, accident victims may be able to recover compensation if they can prove another person was at fault for the accident. However, because North Carolina is a “contributory negligence” state, the defense can avoid paying damages by claiming the victim was partially at fault.

At our law offices, our legal team is prepared to work hard to get to the bottom of your case. Our staff is comprised of attorneys, insurance adjusters, accident investigators, and paralegals, all of whom work together to prepare a strong claim that helps maximize our clients’ chances of recovering a fair settlement. When faced with this difficult situation, you can depend on our staff to provide you with the legal guidance and support you will need as you seek compensation for your injuries.

With almost two decades of experience, we have the knowledge, resources, and skill to handle even the most complex and difficult bicycle accident claims. We are fully committed to protecting our clients’ best interests, and helping to make sure any rights to recovery are honored and upheld. Helping our clients recover the compensation they may rightfully deserve is our number one priority!

Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

Are you a victim of a drunk driving accident?
Drunk driving accidents claim the lives of thousands of people in North Carolina every year. According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 1,675 deaths attributed to drunk driving accidents in North Carolina. This statistic proves that drunk driving continues to be a problem in North Carolina, despite both nationwide and statewide efforts to inform people about the dangers of drunk driving.

If you or a loved one was seriously injured in any type of car accident, motorcycle accident or truck accident caused by a drunk driver, you can trust an experienced North Carolina car accident lawyer to help you take legal action against the responsible party. Not only do you have the right to file a lawsuit against the driver, but you may also have grounds to file a lawsuit against the bar, restaurant, or liquor store who provided alcohol to the driver. North Carolina’s Dram Shop laws state that a bar, liquor store, restaurant, grocery store, gas station, or any other establishment can be sued for damages if an employee:

  • Served alcohol to a person who was obviously intoxicated, and then that person caused an accident that resulted in injury or death, or
    Sold alcohol to a minor (a person under the age of 21) who injured another person in an accident
  • It is not necessary to prove the driver had a BAC level of .08 or more at the time of the accident. We just need to prove that alcohol impaired the driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle, and that it eventually led to the accident. Once this has been proven, your attorney will seek punitive damages if possible. Under North Carolina law, victims of accidents involving drunk drivers are entitled to extra damages (punitive damages) that go beyond the usual compensation for injuries.

How a North Carolina Accident Lawyer Can Help
At our firm, we strongly believe that people who are reckless enough to get behind the wheel of a car and drive while drunk must be held fully accountable for their actions. If you or someone you love was involved in a drunk driving accident, you can trust an experienced North Carolina car accident attorney at our office to help you seek justice by filing a lawsuit against the negligent driver. Let us help you exercise your rights to recovery by allowing us to pursue your claim while you focus on recuperating from your injuries.

ATV Rollover Accident Lawyer

Injured in an ATV rollover accident? We can help.
When an ATV rolls over, it can result in devastating injuries to the driver and passengers on the vehicle. Because many people are crushed as the ATV rolls over, it is not uncommon for victims to suffer from broken or fractured bones, back or spinal cord injuries, brain damage, paralysis, permanent disability, or even death. It is important to talk to a North Carolina ATV accident attorney if you or a loved one was injured in this type of accident.

Yamaha ATV Rhino Rollover Claims
Many lawsuits have been filed against Yamaha Corporation claiming that inherent defects in the design of the company’s Rhino ATV make it highly prone to rollovers, even when safety precautions are taken at all times. Since then, Yamaha Corporation has recalled about 145,000 Yamaha Rhinos (models 450, 660, and 700) from the market place.

If you were injured while riding on a Yamaha Rhino ATV, you should speak with an attorney about your options in regards to suing Yamaha Corporation for damages. With the help of a lawyer, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries, pain and suffering, mental anguish, medical expenses, loss of wages and benefits, and permanent disability.

ATV Accident Attorney in North Carolina
Whether you were injured in a rollover accident while riding a Yamaha Rhino ATV, or you were injured on an ATV manufactured by another company, an experienced North Carolina auto accident lawyer can help you determine if filing a legal action is appropriate. Our firm is staffed by a team of attorneys, paralegals, insurance adjusters, and an accident investigator, all of whom work together to investigate, prepare, and pursue a claim. We can meet with you to determine whether or not you have a valid claim and how much your claim may be worth. If you have a legitimate claim, you can trust us to help protect your best interests as we seek maximum compensation for your injuries.