Greenville, North Carolina, Legal Blog
Why motorcyclists should fear the left side of a car
If you rode a motorcycle in the late ‘70s, you knew not to pass too close to the right-hand side of trucks with an orangutan in the passenger seat. At the command, “Right turn Clyde,” Clint Eastwood’s orangutan would punch his arm out the window knocking you off your...
Is eating while driving really that dangerous?
It is a behavior many motorists have partaken in. Whether you are rushing around on your lunch break or running late in the morning, eating behind the wheel is an all-too-common occurrence. And unlike texting while driving, which is a punishable offense in North...
North Carolina’s pedestrian fatalities rise
Many people in North Carolina relish the time of their day when they lace up their shoes and maybe even leash up the dog and head outside for a walk or a run. In most situations, this would be heralded as an activity good for one's health. However, when it comes to...
4 driver tips for avoiding a red-light collision
Whether due do distraction, impatience or impairment, too often drivers fail to obey traffic signs and signals, with potentially deadly results. In North Carolina alone, the AAA reports that there were 254 red-light deaths between 2008 and 2017. Almost half of those...
How can you prevent power take-off accidents on farm equipment?
Farm equipment is both useful and unwieldy at times, especially when it comes to the commonly used power take-off assistance. Staying aware of what dangers this machine poses can help keep you and anyone else around farm equipment safe. What it is One of the most...
Are side underride accidents an increasing problem?
Many truck accidents are so serious because of the size of a truck in relation to other vehicles. Rear underride accidents are quite common because a vehicle can easily fit underneath a truck and many accidents occur when a truck stops and the vehicle behind it does...
Recovering from an accident as a young motorcyclist
Sometimes, when people think of a typical motorcyclist, they envision someone who is middle-aged. However, there are many young motorcyclists on the road, such as teens, college students and young adults. These accidents are often especially disruptive in the lives of...
How do you negotiate with an insurance company?
When it comes to negotiating with insurance companies about injuries to yourself, to your loved ones or about damage to your personal property, knowledge is power. You will probably need more than general knowledge about negotiation and costs. The more specific and...
Refresh your boat safety knowledge
Boating is a pleasant way to spend a warm summer day and enjoy the natural beauty of North Carolina. However, failure to follow safety regulations can result in serious injury or even drowning. Before you head out on open water, review these important boating safety...
North Carolina traffic crash statistics
Each year the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles publishes a report on traffic crashes. The most recent report covers 2018. In this post, we will look at some of the highlights from the 155-page report. Number of reported crashes increased in 2018 As an...
