When a self-driving car gets into a crash in North Carolina, who can be held responsible?

Car accidents involving two or more drivers happen every day in Wilmington. Crashes between a motorist and a self-driving vehicle do not — at least, not yet. Companies like Tesla, Google and GM are hard at work making self-driving cars ready for the U.S. market. For years, they have been...

Can you get a traffic ticket in a self-driving car?

These days, autonomous vehicles – also known as self-driving cars – have stepped out of the realm of science fiction and grown to take a spot among your usual diesel, petrol and electric-fueled cars. This is changing the landscape of driving and challenging what we know about laws related to...

Getting workers’ comp and disability: Tricky but not impossible

Coordination of North Carolina workers’ compensation and disability benefits can be tricky. Wage loss benefits through workers’ comp might offset your disability benefits. Understanding the process for the coordination of benefits is critical. It may help you maximize them to meet your needs. The North Carolina Industrial Commission states that...

How dangerous is distracted driving?

Poor behaviors behind the wheel greatly increase the risk of collision. This is especially true when it comes to texting while driving, which is a major issue that is unfortunately common among motorists. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving caused the deaths of 3,142 people in just 2019...

How well do helmets protect your head?

Helmets provide much-needed protection to bicyclists who decide to hit the roadways, and it is a safety must-have by many professionals and cyclists alike. After all, you need all the protection you can get when going up against the might of a larger vehicle. But do you know what sort...

Losing (and recovering) rights after a domestic violence protective order

The United States Constitution and federal and state laws grant us all certain essential rights. Under certain circumstances, a judge can suspend or even revoke certain rights. When a domestic violence protective order (DVPO) is filed against someone, that person may face the prospect of losing some rights for a...

3 common causes of multi-car pileups

With winter fast approaching, motorists in Wilmington and across North Carolina are likely to encounter some slippery roadways. The lack of traction is undoubtedly to contribute to at least one multi-car pileup somewhere in the region. While you can take steps to minimize your chances of being in a chain-reaction crash,...

3 different costs of your SCI

You might feel confused and overwhelmed after receiving a spinal cord injury, whether due to a catastrophic car collision or a bad accident at work. An SCI not only affects you physically, but it also impacts your emotional well-being and your career. Knowing what is ahead of you after suffering...

How do I avoid a collision with a deer?

As fall approaches, deer become more of a risk on the roads in North Carolina. Not only is it harvest time but also it is mating season, which means does are running to escape crazy bucks, and bucks are not paying attention as they are driven by their hormones. This...

How can I change careers after a work accident?

Sometimes, when you have an accident at work, you will suffer injuries that make it impossible for you to return to your former career. You may also have some hesitancy about going back to the same job due to the accident. In this case, you may want to consider changing...

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When a self-driving car gets into a crash in North Carolina, who can be held responsible?

Can you get a traffic ticket in a self-driving car?

How dangerous is distracted driving?

How well do helmets protect your head?

Losing (and recovering) rights after a domestic violence protective order

3 common causes of multi-car pileups

3 different costs of your SCI

How do I avoid a collision with a deer?

How can I change careers after a work accident?

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