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A worker who gets into a motor vehicle accident while driving for their employer may wonder whether they have the right to pursue financial compensation for injuries, lost wages, and vehicle damage from their employer. To find out more about…
Motorists must meet North Carolina’s auto insurance requirements. But navigating the lengthy consumer guides for insurance can be tricky. The injury attorneys at Kreger Brodish LLP want to provide you with simple, straightforward information on how to choose the best…
We often hear the term “pain and suffering” in the context of personal injury settlements, but it’s important to understand exactly what it means. The first step is to understand the difference between “special damages” and “general damages” (“damages” meaning…
The short answer is no. North Carolina is one of only four states, plus the District of Columbia, that follow the “pure contributory negligence” doctrine. This means that if you are found to be even 1 percent at fault for…
Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older or who qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. It is considered a “secondary” payer, meaning it will only be used after all other avenues of…
When you file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company after a car accident, it’s important to remember that the insurance company does not represent you and is not on your side. They have a fiduciary duty to protect…
If you’ve been injured on the job and are unsatisfied with the treatment or opinion of the doctor your employer has designated, you are entitled to a second opinion — but not without jumping through a few hoops. Changing Treatment…
If you’ve been injured in a car accident that was someone else’s fault, one of your first thoughts might be, “Do I need a lawyer?” While it’s possible to deal with the insurance company and settle your claim on your…
In a North Carolina car accident case, it’s essential to show that the other driver was completely at fault for the accident. This is because North Carolina is a contributory negligence state, which means that being even one percent at…
The biggest challenge you will likely face if you’ve been injured by a fall is to prove that the property owner was liable for your injury and that you had no fault in the accident. This can be difficult because…
