We all have the standard New Year’s resolutions: gym, budget, travel. But what about your “legal health”? The most valuable legal moves are often the ones you make before a problem ever starts. Here is your 2026 checklist: four boxes to check before spring to ensure you are legally compliant and fully protected. 1. The…
Imagine you’re driving through Charlotte when another car runs a red light and crashes into you. It seems clear who is at fault. But what if you were going just two miles per hour over the speed limit? When you file a claim, the other driver’s insurance adjuster denies it completely, citing a law you’ve…
When you or a loved one is injured in an accident, it can feel like your whole world has been turned upside down. Physical pain, emotional stress, and unexpected financial burdens can feel overwhelming. On top of it all, thinking about navigating the legal process may seem like too much to handle. At Dozier Miller…
The North Carolina Department of Transportation estimated that in a single recent year there were 267,494 traffic accidents in the State in which approximately 130,137 people were injured. With that volume of accidents occurring, it would seem that most people would know what steps to take when involved in an auto accident. If you are…
You’ve been injured in an accident and the insurance company keeps calling wanting to settle. Unless you are a personal injury lawyer, you probably have no idea whether the amount being offered is actually a fair resolution. Here are three factors to consider before accepting a settlement: Before accepting any settlement, do your best to…
In the south, most people prefer to stay off the roads when any threat of wintery weather is in the forecast. But what if you have to travel? Can you be sued when an auto accident occurs in bad road conditions? While blaming the weather may sound like a good defense, this argument is unlikely…
Traffic deaths are up 19 percent in North Carolina this year and accidents are increasing in Charlotte as well, reaching levels we haven’t seen since 2009, according to a recent article in The Charlotte Observer. Legal concerns generally aren’t top of mind when you lose a loved one in a car accident. Unexpectedly losing a family…
At one time or another, every golfer has seen his or her ball take off in the wrong direction. Depending on the course layout, a bad swing can potentially put other golfers at risk of injury. So what happens if your golf ball hits someone? Can you be held responsible for any harm caused? The…
Anyone who has ever been in a car accident knows the stress that can follow a collision. Dealing with a damaged vehicle, missed time away from work, and unexpected medical bills can be a challenge to handle. Even worse, many injured persons don’t fully understand their rights to compensation and often walk away from an…
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