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Jan 29, 2026

The Average Personal Injury Settlement in South Carolina (and Why You Shouldn’t Care)

As a personal injury lawyer, I've helped with enough personal injury claims to say, with confidence, that there's no such thing as an average personal injury. That’s because when you’ve been hurt by another, all...

James Scott Farrin lists the cars that cause the most deaths in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Jan 27, 2026

Deadliest Car Models in North Carolina

Whether you’re buying used or brand new, purchasing a car can be an exciting time. Although, with so many makes and models to choose from, car shopping can often get overwhelming. In the midst of...

Jan 24, 2026

With Winter Weather Approaching, There’s a Danger People Aren’t Talking About Enough

Black ice bus accidents pose a threat to your child’s safety. Snow, ice, and cold seem like they’ll be making recurring cameos in the Carolinas this winter season. For parents, this can mean comedic attempts...

James Scott Farrin law offices explains who pays for damages if road debris causes a car accident.

Jan 06, 2026

Road Debris – Who Pays for Your Damages?

A colleague of mine was driving down I-40 behind a truck that was hauling one of those large plastic toddler playhouses in the back recently, when suddenly the roof of the house blew off right...

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Dec 17, 2025

The Hidden Risks of Safe-Driver Insurance Discounts: What North Carolina Drivers Should Know

[vimeo id="1136975434" img="https://www.farrin.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/3-Risks-Of-Using-Car-Insurance-Tracking-Devices.jpg" alt="3 Risks Of Using Car Insurance Tracking Devices"] Safe-driver discount programs are often advertised as a simple way to save money on auto insurance – but the reality behind these programs is...

James Scott Farrin law offices explain how to drive carefully in the snow and how to avoid accidents in wintery conditions.

Dec 14, 2025

How to Drive in the Snow in North Carolina (And Other Safety Tips for Wintry Road Conditions)

There's a reason North Carolina's schools and businesses close at even the tiniest hint of snow in the forecast! With NC's topsy-turvy weather, snow often melts and refreezes, turning roads into ice-skating ponds that even...

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Dec 12, 2025

Christmas Litigation

Nov 20, 2025

Do Insurance Adjusters Lie?

Insurance adjusters may not tell outright lies, but in my experience as a North Carolina personal injury attorney, some may use confusing or misleading tactics to protect their company’s financial interests. Although insurance companies are...

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Nov 13, 2025

Who Is at Fault in a T-Bone Accident in North Carolina?

In most North Carolina T-bone accidents, the driver who failed to yield the right-of-way is considered at fault. Although the sudden, violent nature of a side-impact crash can leave you feeling disoriented, injured, and confused,...

A silver car rear ends and wrecks a black car.

Nov 13, 2025

Who Is at Fault in a Rear-End Accident in North Carolina?

The moments after a rear-end collision are often jarring and disorienting. In most rear-end accidents in North Carolina, the driver of the rear car is generally presumed to be at fault. However, this is not...