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Settling a Car Accident Claim vs. Going to Trial: What is the Difference?

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “I was involved in a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Do I need a lawyer?”   The majority of car accident claims are settled before they reach trial. However, when parties are unable to reach an agreement out of court, the case…

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North Carolina’s Contributory Negligence Doctrine: Fault, Compensation, and Exceptions

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if the accident was my fault?”   In North Carolina, those who become injured in car accidents or other accidents must prove that another individual or entity was negligent in causing their injury in order to obtain compensation. However, since…

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What North Carolina’s Pedestrians Need to Know About Fault in Traffic Accidents

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long will it take for my case to be resolved?”   Fatal traffic accidents involving pedestrians have reached the highest level in decades, according to NPR. In 2018, more than 6,200 pedestrians were killed in car crashes across the nation. When…

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