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What Should I Do if I Was Hurt in a Rideshare Accident?

What Should I Do if I Was Hurt in a Rideshare Accident? Rideshare services make our lives easier. It is faster and stress-free to get from one place to another when we use car services. Over the last 10 years, rideshare services have become available in all the major cities…

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What to Do After a Car Accident in North Carolina

What to Do After a Car Accident in North Carolina There are more than 3 million registered vehicles in North Carolina. With so many vehicles on the roadways, accidents are common occurrences. Most of the time, accidents are minor and do not result in serious injuries to the drivers or…

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What Can I Do About Illnesses From Asbestos?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”   Asbestos is a natural substance that was useful in the construction industry for decades. Many people who worked with the substance or lived or worked in buildings that contain it may suffer from illnesses…

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The Victims’ Fair Treatment Act Could End North Carolina’s Contributory Negligence Rule

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: How does the law of contributory negligence play a role in my case?   North Carolina is one of few states that still follow the contributory negligence rule when awarding compensation in personal injury cases. Most other states have adopted the…

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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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Is the Hospital Responsible for a Wrongful Death Claim?

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if a loved one dies from the injuries sustained in a serious accident while the case is pending?”   The hospital is supposed to keep you safe and help you heal from whatever medical emergency or problems you are having.…

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How to Value a Personal Injury Claim

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I have to pay taxes on a settlement or jury award in a personal injury case?”   Anyone who has been injured in any way knows how difficult it can be to recover. From a minor injury to a major injury,…

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Popular Magician Not Liable for Audience Member’s Injury During Show

Personal injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What should I do if I have been injured by another party but I can’t afford a lawyer?”   A popular magician, David Copperfield, was found to be not liable by a Nevada judge for injuries an audience member sustained at one…

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Medical Malpractice Damage Caps Under Fire In Florida

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I have to pay taxes on a settlement or jury award in a personal injury case?”   Those in Florida who have suffered serious personal injuries due to the negligent or reckless action of doctors can rejoice after a recently issued…

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Personal Injury Case Demonstrates Why Liability Coverage Is Key For Those With Trampolines

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if a loved one dies from the injuries sustained in a serious accident while the case is pending?”   Everyone has heard stories about how dangerous trampolines can be. You may know a relative or a friend or have a…

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