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Can You Get Compensated for Your Shark Attack Injury in North Carolina?

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”   North Carolina is no stranger to shark attacks that cause injury to swimmers and surfers. In fact, North Carolina ranked fifth among states for most shark attacks reported in the…

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Tips for Testifying in a Personal Injury Case

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: How does the law of contributory negligence play a role in my case?   It can be nerve-wracking to testify in open court. Even individuals with no issues or anxiety about public speaking can find themselves stressed about testifying in their…

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PTSD Following a Car Accident

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Should I take photographs of the property damage sustained to my car, of the accident scene, or of my visible injuries following an accident?”   Whether a car accident is a minor fender bender or a major accident resulting in a…

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North Carolina Supreme Court Rules on Collateral Source Rule

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”   The collateral source rule in North Carolina states that a plaintiff’s award in a personal injury suit can not be reduced by amount that is received by third-party sources. For…

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Will I be Deposed During a Personal Injury Suit?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What happens if the at-fault driver doesn’t have insurance?”   Every personal injury case usually follows the same pattern — an injury occurs, a complaint is made, the discovery process happens, settlement negotiations begin, then on to the trial and judgement. Each…

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Should I Settle a Personal Injury Suit?

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”   The aim of a personal injury suit is to compensate an injured party for his or her injuries caused by the negligence or wrongful act of another. An injury can be devastating to a…

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Punitive Damages in North Carolina Personal Injury Cases

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long will it take for my case to be resolved?”   Injuries can be devastating to every aspect of your life. You might be physically suffering an injury, trying to heal, juggling doctors appointments, or even just surviving the financial burden…

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The Importance of a Preservation Letter in Personal Injury Cases

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”   Being involved in an accident, or injured in any way, can be devastating and hard to deal with. You might suddenly be left with medical bills and no way to…

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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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What Type of Doctor Should I See Following an Accident?

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “May I choose my own doctor in a personal injury case?”   Whether you have been in a car accident, truck accident, bike accident, or a pedestrian accident injuries often result. After an accident, there is the possibility of filing a…

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