Personal Injury

Study Finds High Number of Golf Cart Injuries Among Children

November 17, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can you sue for in a personal injury case?”

Some sports are considered inherently dangerous. When you or your child participate in football, hockey, wrestling, and other contact sports, you know that there are some injuries possible. Golf is generally considered a very safe sport because it is a non-contact activity and one that you can take part in outdoors. A recent report from researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia found that approximately 6,500 children each year are hurt as the result of a golf cart accident.

Victim of Distracted Driving Crash Awarded $4 Million

October 20, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: How does the law of contributory negligence play a role in my case?

A North Carolina woman who was seriously hurt in a crash with a distracted driver will receive $4 million in a mediated settlement. The woman was turning left when her vehicle was hit by a commercial van. The van was allegedly traveling at a high rate of speed and went through a red light. The driver of the van was said to be on his phone and therefore distracted at the time of the crash. The van broadsided the woman’s vehicle, causing severe injuries. Phone records were utilized to help prove that the van driver was indeed using the phone when he failed to stop at the light and hit the woman’s vehicle.

When to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney

September 29, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I wait a few months to pursue a personal injury claim?”

If you have recently been injured, you may find yourself wondering what your next steps should be. Should you get medical tests performed? Should you sue the person or entity you feel is responsible for your injuries? How would you even go about doing that? It is crucial to know when to hire a personal injury attorney to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary guidance to navigate what can be a tedious process. The following information will help you understand if and when you should attempt to hire a personal injury attorney.

Awarding Attorney’s Fees for Personal Injury Claims

September 22, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Brad Smith answers the question: “Do I have to pay a retainer fee to get an attorney to represent me in my personal injury case?”

Consider this scenario: You have taken a personal injury claim to trial and it appears the jury will decide in your favor. You learn the verdict: You will receive a larger sum of non-economic damages, along with economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, future lost wages and expenses). After the trial has concluded and an award has been made, your friend asks if you still have to pay your plaintiffs’ attorney fees. He has heard that in a similar case, the defendant was ordered to pay all attorney fees for the plaintiff. You are confused. Why was this not mentioned by your attorney or addressed in the complaint?

Pedestrians Safety: What North Carolina Residents Should Know

September 15, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”

For centuries, walking was the only reliable mode of transportation available to the majority of the population. Today, however, pedestrians must navigate alongside a variety of different vehicles such as bicycles, automobiles, and trains. In major metropolitan areas such as Charlotte, the risk of personal injury to pedestrians in high-traffic areas cannot be ignored.

Quality Personal Injury Attorneys: What North Carolina Residents Should Know

July 28, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “Why should I hire an attorney to represent me in a personal injury claim instead of handling the claim on my own?”

When searching for a personal injury attorney, the average American may not always have the time to conduct a thorough analysis of all potential matches in their area. After all, while the trauma and stress surrounding an accident that causes personal injury is disorienting enough in and of itself, there are often time limits to consider as well, and many victims simply cannot navigate the process without the help of a qualified professional.

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

May 19, 2021 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

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 comparative negligence doctrine, which allows injured victims to recover damages even if they were partially at fault for their injury.

What are the Top 10 Reasons for Personal Injury Claim Denials?

May 12, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “The insurance adjuster is saying I am partially negligent what does that mean?”

Insurance claims are denied for a multitude of reasons, but the denial of your claim is not necessarily the end of the story.

What is the Last Clear Chance Defense in North Carolina?

March 31, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: How does the law of contributory negligence play a role in my case?

If you have been injured in an automobile accident in North Carolina, recovering damages may not be as straightforward and easy as in most other states.

How Much is My Car Accident Claim Worth in North Carolina?

March 3, 2021 | J. Bradley Smith, Esq.

Charlotte Injury Lawyer Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is the value of my case?”

If you have been injured in a car accident in North Carolina, you might wonder how much compensation you can receive for your damages and financial losses.