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Types of Car Insurance Coverage & Coverage Limit Recommendations
When we buy car insurance, insurance companies often fail to properly explain what types of coverage drivers should carry and how much coverage they should choose. If you cause a car accident, you are personally responsible for paying for all damaged personal property and all injuries suffered by every victim of the collision. The injury…
North Carolina Law Update – Progress Toward Increased Mandatory Coverage Limits
North Carolina’s legislature has made amazing progress toward enacting new laws that will increase the insurance available to fund injury claims for NC crash victims. North Carolina drivers are required to carry liability insurance, which pays the victim if the insured driver causes a collision. The current mandatory coverage limits have not been increased in…
How To Pursue Wrongful Death After a NC Truck Accident
Truck accidents commonly result in catastrophic injuries and, in more tragic cases, truck collisions cause fatal injuries. Loaded tractor-trailers weigh 80,000 pounds, and when a careless or fatigued truck driver fails to notice a red light or commits other driver errors, these huge vehicles cause tremendous damage to private passenger autos. Victims of North Carolina…
Factors That Can Impact Motorcycle Accident Claims in NC
Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries. While motorcycling gives the rider a sense of power and freedom, the downside is that riders have very little protection when they collide with other vehicles or are ejected and thrown onto the pavement. Even a minor motorcycle crash can cause serious injuries that cost you a fortune…
Do Tractor Trailers Have a Black Box and Can it Help My Case?
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in North Carolina, you’re well aware of what a terrifying experience it can be. It only takes a moment of inattention on a truck driver’s part to cause extremely serious injuries and extensive property damage. You may have heard that tractor-trailers contain a black box that records…
Can Uber Be Sued for Their Driver’s Car Accident in NC?
Thanks to Uber, it’s possible to hail a ride from almost anywhere to almost anywhere, at nearly any time. Uber and other rideshare apps have become extremely popular, but with so many Uber drivers on the road, accidents are bound to happen. If your Uber driver was involved in a Raleigh car accident, you might…
What Sets Nagle & Associates Apart from Other North Carolina Car Accident Law Firms
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, finding the right legal representation is crucial. It can mean the difference between receiving a fair settlement and walking away with nothing. However, not all car accident law firms are created equal. At Nagle & Associates, our experience, focus, and fee structure set us apart…
Questions an Insurance Adjuster Asks After an Accident
Our founding attorney, Carl Nagle, was an adjuster for years down in Atlanta for Progressive Insurance Company. After law school, he worked for an insurance defense firm and defended insurance companies and at-fault drivers in court. In that capacity, the law firm worked closely with claims adjusters and actually trained adjusters on how to prepare…
What If I Refused Treatment After an Accident and Have a Claim?
It’s perfectly natural to be dazed, confused, and overwhelmed in the immediate aftermath of a motor vehicle accident. You probably wanted to leave the scene immediately and rest at home, especially if you didn’t feel initial pain from injuries. If you didn’t seek medical care initially and symptoms began to manifest a few hours or…
Car Accident Back Injury Claims Are Tricky, Here’s What to Know
Car accidents frequently cause back injuries. These injuries can be life-changing and lead to complications ranging from chronic pain to reduced range of motion and even full paralysis. North Carolina state law recognizes the challenges and costs associated with back injuries and allows you to seek reimbursement from the at-fault driver or their insurer. Learn…