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When another driver causes a crash, you should not have to fight the insurance company alone. The car accident lawyers at Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers can investigate your accident, protect your rights, and pursue the compensation you deserve.
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Why The Injured Choose Riddle & Riddle
- Helping Injured North Carolinians Since 1985: We have a team of multiple attorneys that have practiced over 40 years each.
- More Than $900 Million Recovered: We have recovered over $900 million for injured clients since 2000 alone.
- A Free Case Review: Tell us what happened during a free, no-obligation consultation by phone, text, video, or in person.
- A Thorough Investigation: We gather evidence, review accident reports, interview witnesses, and document the full impact of your injuries.
- Help Dealing With Insurance Companies: We handle adjusters and negotiations so you are not pressured into accepting an unfair settlement.
- A Focus on Maximum Compensation: We pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and other accident-related losses.
- Trial-Ready Representation: If the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, our attorneys are prepared to take the case to court.
- No Fees Unless We Win: You pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.
What a Car Accident Lawyer Can Do for You
After a crash, the insurance company is working to protect its bottom line. Our car accident lawyers can help by:
- Investigating who caused the collision
- Collecting evidence and preserving important records
- Handling insurance adjusters and settlement negotiations
- Calculating the full value of your losses
- Filing a lawsuit when a fair settlement is not offered
- Explaining your options at every step
Compensation Available After a Car Accident
After a crash, the insurance company is working to protect its bottom line. Our car accident lawyers can help by:
- Emergency care, hospital bills, and future medical treatment
- Lost wages and reduced ability to work
- Vehicle damage and rental-car costs
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Permanent injuries, scarring, or disability
- Wrongful death damages when a loved one is killed in a crash
Car Accident Cases
We Handle
Our attorneys represent people injured in:
- Rear-end collisions
- Head-on collisions
- T-bone and intersection accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Hit-and-run crashes
- Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
- Rideshare accidents involving Uber or Lyft
- Multi-vehicle collisions
- Fatal car accidents
Common Causes of Car Accidents in North Carolina
Most car accidents are preventable. They happen when drivers fail to pay attention, follow traffic laws, or take reasonable steps to protect others on the road. Identifying the cause of a crash can help determine who is responsible and what evidence may be needed to pursue compensation.
Distracted Driving
Texting, using a GPS, eating, and other distractions can take a driver’s eyes and attention off the road. Even a moment of inattention can cause a serious collision.
Speeding and Aggressive Driving
Speeding gives drivers less time to react and increases the force of a crash. Tailgating, weaving through traffic, and other aggressive behaviors can also put everyone nearby at risk.
Drunk or Drug-Impaired Driving
Alcohol and drugs can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time. Crashes caused by impaired drivers often result in severe injuries or death.
Failure to Yield
Drivers who run red lights, ignore stop signs, or fail to yield the right of way can cause dangerous intersection and side-impact collisions.
Following Too Closely
Drivers need enough distance to stop safely when traffic slows. Following too closely is a common cause of rear-end crashes that can leave victims with painful, long-lasting injuries.
Unsafe Lane Changes
Changing lanes without signaling or checking blind spots can lead to sideswipe, rollover, and multi-vehicle accidents. These claims can become complicated when several drivers and insurance companies are involved.
Fatigued Driving
Exhausted drivers may have slower reaction times, poor judgment, and difficulty staying in their lane. Fatigue is particularly dangerous among commercial drivers and people traveling long distances.
Hazardous Weather and Road Conditions
Rain, fog, ice, standing water, construction zones, and damaged roads can contribute to crashes. Drivers are still expected to slow down and adjust their driving to the conditions.
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If you’ve been involved in a car accident, it’s crucial to understand your rights. Riddle & Riddle is here to guide you through the process and help you secure the compensation you deserve.
Common Car Accident Injuries in North Carolina
Car accidents can cause injuries ranging from temporary pain to permanent disability. Some symptoms may not appear immediately, making prompt medical attention important after a crash.
Whiplash and Soft-Tissue Injuries
Sudden impact can strain the muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the neck, shoulders, and back. Whiplash and other soft-tissue injuries may cause persistent pain, stiffness, headaches, and limited mobility.
Broken Bones and Fractures
Car crashes commonly cause fractures in the arms, legs, ribs, hips, and pelvis. Serious fractures may require surgery, physical therapy, and months of recovery.
Neck and Back Injuries
Herniated discs, pinched nerves, and other neck or back injuries can cause chronic pain, weakness, and reduced mobility. In severe cases, victims may be unable to return to work or perform everyday activities.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury can occur when the head strikes an object or is violently shaken during a collision. Symptoms may include headaches, memory problems, confusion, mood changes, and cognitive impairment.
Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis
Damage to the spinal cord can result in loss of strength, sensation, or movement. These catastrophic injuries may cause partial or complete paralysis and require lifelong medical care.
Internal Injuries
Internal bleeding and damage to the organs may not be immediately visible but can become life-threatening without treatment. Anyone experiencing pain or unusual symptoms after a crash should seek medical attention promptly.
Burns and Disfigurement
Exhausted drivers may have slower reaction times, poor judgment, and difficulty staying in their lane. Fatigue is particularly dangerous among commercial drivers and people traveling long distances.
Hazardous Weather and Road Conditions
Rain, fog, ice, standing water, construction zones, and damaged roads can contribute to crashes. Drivers are still expected to slow down and adjust their driving to the conditions.
Types Of Compensation Available After A Car Acccident
A car accident can affect your health, finances, career, and quality of life. Depending on your injuries and other circumstances, your compensation may include:
- Medical bills and future treatment
- Lost wages and reduced earning ability
- Vehicle repairs or replacement
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
North Carolina follows a strict contributory negligence rule. If you are found even 1% responsible for the crash, you may be prevented from recovering compensation. Our attorneys gather evidence, document your losses, and challenge attempts by insurance companies to shift blame. We work to identify all available sources of compensation and pursue the full amount you may be entitled to recover.
Factors That Determine the Value of Your Case
Every car accident claim is different. There is no standard settlement amount or formula that can determine exactly what your case is worth. Important factors may include:
The severity of your injuries
The cost of current and future medical care
Your lost income and ability to work
The extent of your pain and suffering
Whether you have a permanent disability
The amount of available insurance coverage
Whether fault is clear or disputed
Our attorneys evaluate how the accident has affected every part of your life, including losses you may experience in the future. Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers can assess the evidence, estimate the potential value of your claim, and fight to keep the insurance company from paying you less than you deserve.