Category: Car Accidents

The North Carolina Department of Transportation just began a statewide change to how traffic lights respond to malfunctions at intersections across North Carolina. Previously, traffic lights that were inoperative or re-initiating following power outages would show a flashing yellow signal for the higher volume roadway at an intersection, and a flashing red only on the…

For decades, the law has been well settled in our state on the issue of how Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage applies for crash victims. For a very long time, UIM coverage has been stackable coverage, meaning that a seriously injured collision victim can look to multiple UIM policies to collect benefits for medical costs, lost…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

Sometimes, car accidents in North Carolina end with a deceased driver who fails to survive their injuries after they cause a collision. If you or your loved one suffered injuries because of the deceased motorist’s actions, you might wonder what your legal options are now that the at-fault driver is no longer alive. Can you…

You suffered a vehicle crash in North Carolina and reported your accident to the police. Now you’re perusing the police report and notice that the police officer who compiled the report made factual errors. Is it possible to amend police report accident errors, and could an inaccurate report damage your claim? Let’s break this down….

Animals in the road are a common cause of car accidents, especially in remote or rural areas. These incidents often result in injury and property damage. Unfortunately, North Carolina limits your ability to collect compensation if another driver swerved to avoid an animal. Accident liability is difficult to establish in such cases, but there are…