Wrongful Death

Guide to Wrongful Death Claims in North Carolina

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In this blog, we’ll explore critical sections of North Carolina law related to wrongful death lawsuits. Keep reading to learn about wrongful death claims: what they are, who can sue, and what damages are recoverable. What Is Wrongful Death Defined As? North Carolina Statutes section 28A-18-2 defines wrongful death as “a wrongful act, neglect, or…

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18-Year-Old Driver Charged With DWI Following Fatal Car Accident in High Point

A tragic and preventable traffic accident claimed the life of a local Piedmont Triad resident earlier this week. A teenage driver is under arrest following a deadly two-vehicle accident that took place in High Point, North Carolina in the early morning of Monday, October 12th. This terrible accident took place at around 2:15 am Monday…

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Is There a Time Limit for Reporting my Injury Claim?

Is there a specific time limit for reporting my claim or going to the doctor? No. However for negligence claims in North Carolina, you must file a lawsuit no later than three years from the date of the accident. Although there is no time limit for reporting a claim, it is normally better to report the claim to the Defendant’s insurance company as soon as possible and to seek medical…

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Is There a Lawsuit Crisis in Our Country?

Did you know that there really is not a lawsuit crisis stemming from injury cases or cases brought by individuals? I’m North Carolina attorney David Daggett. There’s a perception that there’s a lawsuit crisis in our country. We hear it in the news media. We hear it from politicians, and we hear it on TV commercials from insurance companies. The truth is there has been a growth of busyness in…

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