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Procedure for Seeking Compensation for Whiplash Injuries in Raleigh Car Accidents

What Should You Do Following a Motor Vehicle Accident? Car accidents can be traumatic events that leave motorists and passengers feeling disoriented and unsure of what to do next. Being prepared for what to do after a motor vehicle collision can make all the difference in protecting your well-being and increasing the value of your personal injury claim. The first

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Legal Considerations for Electric Bike Accidents in Charlotte, North Carolina

How to Navigate an Electric Bike Accident in Charlotte Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have surged in popularity across Charlotte, North Carolina. E-bikes offer a eco-friendly and convenient way to traverse the city. However, the increased presence of e-bikes has also led to a rise in accidents, raising unique legal questions about liability and compensation. If you’ve been involved in an

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Commercial Trucking Accidents: Unpacking the Complexities of Federal and State Regulations

What is the Difference Between Interstate and Intrastate Truck Regulations? Intrastate traffic laws apply to commercial vehicles that operate and deliver goods within the state of North Carolina. Interstate traffic laws, on the other hand, apply to commercial trucking industry vehicles traveling from one state to another. They are overseen by the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) and regulated by

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Are You Liable if Someone Hurts Themselves on Your Land?

What is North Carolina Premises Liability Law? The premises liability law relates to the duties of care that property owners and management staff have to lawful visitors and the consequences for breaches of that care. When many people think of a premises liability case in North Carolina, they tend to think of slip and fall or trip and fall cases.

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What Compensation Can You Get if You’re Hit by a Negligent Driver?

What is Driver Negligence and Why is it Important to Your Car Accident Claim? Every driver on the road in North Carolina has a certain responsibility not to bring harm upon those they share the road with. This duty of care should not be violated. Negligence suggests that an at-fault party did not adhere to their responsibilities as a safe

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Navigating Insurance Claims After Ride-Sharing Accidents: Uber, Lyft, and the Law

Who is Held Liable for a Rideshare Car Accident? All motor vehicle accidents have the potential to cause serious injuries and become traumatic events that the auto accident victims long remember. When seeking compensation, these legal matters can become complicated by the various insurance companies and state laws involved. Auto accidents involving rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft make such

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How Do You Prove a TBI in Court in North Carolina?

What is a TBI? Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be catastrophic, causing long-lasting pain, misery, disability, and sometimes eventually resulting in death. Even the most minor of TBIs can still have life-altering effects. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, they approximate that nearly 2.5 million people suffer a new traumatic brain injury every year. If you have suffered a traumatic

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Is Elder Abuse a Felony?

Is Elder Abuse a Felony? What is Considered Elder Abuse in North Carolina? If the caretaker, orderly, or administrative staff mistreats an older adult under their care, they could be charged with elder abuse or elder neglect. Depending on the severity of the charges, guilty parties may be charged with different classes of felonies. Under North Carolina law, elder abuse

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Warning Signs for a Stage 1 Bedsore

How Do Bedsores Develop? A bedsore is known by many names: pressure ulcer, pressure sore, and decubitus ulcer. Bedsores develop when the blood supply to the skin is cut off for over two or three hours. With no blood supply, the skin begins to die, becoming a bedsore. If left untreated, the bedsore will only worsen, potentially rupturing and becoming

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O’Malley Tunstall, PC at the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina

At O’Malley Tunstall, PC, we pride ourselves on our commitment to not only legal excellence but also to making a positive impact in the community we serve. This dedication led us to a fulfilling day volunteering at the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina, ensuring that nutritious food reached our friends and neighbors. O’Malley Tunstall’s Day of Service

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Can You Sue a Nursing Home for Neglect?

What is Nursing Home Neglect? There are over 15,000 nursing home facilities across the U.S., and more than a million elders reside within those facilities. While nursing homes, assisted living facilities (ALF), and skilled nursing facilities (SNF) serve elders who require care, they also want to make a profit. Sometimes a facility may skimp on costs for medical devices, staff,

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Procedure for Seeking Compensation for Whiplash Injuries in Raleigh Car Accidents

What Should You Do Following a Motor Vehicle Accident? Car accidents can be traumatic events that leave motorists and passengers feeling disoriented and unsure of what to do next. Being prepared for what to do after a motor vehicle collision can make all the difference in protecting your well-being and increasing the value of your personal injury claim. The first

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Legal Considerations for Electric Bike Accidents in Charlotte, North Carolina

How to Navigate an Electric Bike Accident in Charlotte Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have surged in popularity across Charlotte, North Carolina. E-bikes offer a eco-friendly and convenient way to traverse the city. However, the increased presence of e-bikes has also led to a rise in accidents, raising unique legal questions about liability and compensation. If you’ve been involved in an

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