Personal Injury FAQ

Statute of limitations refers to laws setting legal deadlines in certain types of legal actions. Often, the time limitation is determined by an event, such as when an injury has occurred and dictates how long an individual has to initiate a lawsuit. Statutes of limitations vary from state to state, but typically in personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits, there is a statute of limitations ranging from two to three years from the date of injury or death. However, the statute of limitations may be extended in some cases, such as when the injury occurred to a minor. In other…

If you become injured at work, you should immediately take two actions: tell your employer and get medical help as soon as possible. In addition, when injured on the job, you should inform your supervisor immediately to initiate the workers' compensation process. Ensure that you keep records of all forms signed by you or given to you and act quickly to avoid delays in getting you the compensation you deserve. Workers' compensation will pay for medical expenses directly related to your illness or accident. You may also be eligible for a portion of your lost wages while out of work…

You are most likely here because the negligence of another party, or parties, has caused you pain and suffering. Making a claim against them might be challenging because solid, thorough evidence and legal acumen are often required to guarantee just compensation for you. Additionally, you will need a personal injury lawyer to help you present an equitable defense against the offender should the claim move to trial. We will go through what constitutes reasonable compensation for your pain and suffering in this article and how to obtain it. What Is Pain and Suffering? The term "pain and suffering" is used…

Any injury sustained in an accident will undoubtedly feel severe when it occurs to you or a loved one. However,  a "catastrophic" injury causes significant, irreversible disability. A catastrophic injury will alter your life irrevocably. Along with the physical discomfort, it also prevents you from working. Numerous catastrophic injuries result annually in the U.S. from vehicle or truck accidents, work-related accidents, sports injuries, or other serious situations for which you may be eligible to receive monetary compensation if you become severely injured due to no fault of your own. Tatum & Atkinson, ‘the Heavy Hitters,’ are aware of the seriousness…

The total cost of your medical care will likely increase as you heal from an injury, and may amount to a tremendous expense. Following an accident, you may also be unable to work and require money to meet your basic needs. Finding out what damages you can seek after an accident in North Carolina and how to do so is essential. After sustaining an injury in an accident due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to receive financial compensation for the total value of your damages. What Is a Tort Claim? In general, personal injury law aims…

Damage caps, or the maximum sums you can receive for your injury, apply to certain types of personal injury cases in North Carolina. Damages that actually cover your out-of-pocket costs related to medical care, property loss, and other economic damages are never capped. Damage caps only apply in specific circumstances and only when other forms of compensation, such as non-economic or punitive damages, are also available. Common Personal Injury Claim Types Numerous events can result in personal injuries stemming from the negligence of another party. The following are some of the most typical personal injury claims: Car crashes Slip and…

Your emotional hardship or mental anguish following an accident or injury is referred to as "pain and suffering." You have the same right to collect expenses for expenses related to emotional anguish as you do for the medical care of broken bones, brain injuries, and other physical injuries. Pain and Suffering Damages After an accident or injury, experiencing powerful emotions is natural (and expected). Even if you weren't hurt physically in a minor vehicle accident, it's normal to feel uneasy, nervous to drive, or anxious in other ways later. These emotions frequently fade with time, allowing you to return to…

Accidents involving cars frequently result in neck and back injuries. Each year 2 million back injuries occur across the US. Unfortunately, any damage to the spine or the muscles and tendons surrounding it can be costly, challenging to heal from, and have a long-term impact. In fact, back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Because of this, it is even more crucial to ensure you are fairly compensated for any injuries sustained if the accident was due to the negligence of another. Back and Neck Whiplash Injury Symptoms Many of these symptoms will manifest right away following the…

Medical mistakes are more common than most people think. One study from Johns Hopkins even suggests they might be the third leading cause of death after cancer and heart disease, causing more than 250,000 deaths per year nationwide. But a medical mistake does not always mean medical malpractice occurred under North Carolina law. If you believe that you’ve been the victim of medical negligence, please consult a Raleigh medical malpractice attorney immediately. They can help you determine if you have a strong case and lay out the next steps if you wish to proceed with a lawsuit. What Can I…

First, we’ll need to know whether the school is public or private. Public schools are generally covered by sovereign immunity, a legal concept in which you cannot sue the government without its consent. However, the North Carolina state government has passed several pieces of legislation allowing the state to be sued under certain circumstances. One exception to governmental immunity is when the school board buys liability insurance, which often waives their right to immunity. If your school has done so, we can seek damages directly from the insurance carrier. In other situations where your child’s injury falls into an exception…