The Basics of North Carolina Personal Injury Law
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In simple terms, personal injury is when a person suffers injury due to someone else's actions. It is up to the injured party to prove that the other party acted irresponsibly in causing the accident — such as running a red light or a dog bite — and that the injury was a direct result of these actions. The plaintiff (injured party) can bring a claim or lawsuit to recover expenses related to medical care, lost wages, property damage, and pain & suffering. Injury can also include invasion of privacy and emotional distress, among other things. North Carolina is a contributory negligence state. This means if the insurance company can prove you in any way contributed to the accident by not exercising reasonable care under the circumstances, you may be completely barred from obtaining compensation for your injuries. Handling a personal injury claim on your own can be difficult, especially if you have work and family responsibilities that demand your attention. The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin may be able to support you in this trying time. More than half of the attorneys in our Personal Injury Department have at least 10 years of experience and several have 15 years or more. The team also has three members who formerly worked as defense attorneys for insurance companies, so they have seen the law from both sides. Call us today for a free case review and conversation about your potential claim. |
