Rear-end car accident injury claims account for 29% of accidents nationwide. Charlotte saw 32,053 accidents in 2021, meaning nearly 9,300 would involve rear-end accidents. Victims are often at a light or on the highway when another driver slams into the back of their vehicle.
In many cases, the opposing driver will be at fault for the accident, but North Carolina has a three-year statute of limitations to file a claim from the date of the crash.
Even minor rear-end collisions can cause you to have:
- Significant injuries
- Medical bills
- Miss work or have to change careers
If you’ve been involved in a rear-end car accident, let us handle determining fault and negotiations with insurers while you focus on recovery.
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Example of a Rear-end Accident in Charlotte
Julie is a 34-year-old manager, and when she’s not working, she has a side gig as a rideshare driver. She likes to work near Charlotte Douglas International Airport because she lives nearby and there are more than enough fares.
She just finished dropping someone off and is heading home on US-29. She’s stopped at the traffic light near Walmart when a driver rear-ends her vehicle.
Julie suffers from:
- Whiplash
- A slipped disc in her back
- Broken nose
Determining Fault in Rear-End Car Accident Injury Claims
North Carolina is a contributory negligence state, meaning that you can only seek compensation if you are 100% free from fault. Proving fault will require visual evidence, dash cam footage, weather data, witness testimony, accident reports and maybe even accident reconstruction.
Do I Have a Case?
You may have a case because most rear-end accidents can be avoided. We’ll conduct a complete analysis of the facts and evidence to help you understand whether you have a case. Our team has experience assisting clients through complex accident cases where the facts may look murky at first glance.
During your consultation, we’ll discuss your case with you, ask you questions and determine if your case is one that we’re confident we can help with.
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What Type of Damages Can You Seek in an Injury Claim?
If someone’s negligence leads to an accident and injuries, they may be held liable for damages. There are several types of damages that you can seek in rear-end car accident injury claims, including:
- Medical bills: The cost of medical care and treatment for your injuries can be significant and may include surgeries, hospitalization, medication, medical transportation, visits to the emergency room and your doctor, and rehabilitative care. You may need assistive devices or in-home care as a result of your injuries. All of these costs can be included in your claim.
- Property damage: If the accident damaged or totaled your vehicle, you may be able to recover compensation for the repair or replacement of your property.
- Lost wages: Even minor injuries can force you to take time off of work to recover. You can recover these lost wages in your claim.
- Loss of future earnings: If your injuries leave you unable to return to your current position at work, you may be able to seek compensation for the loss of future earnings you may have received had you not been injured.
- Pain and suffering: Car accidents can cause more than just physical injuries – they can also cause pain and suffering. The trauma of an accident and its effect on your life cannot be underestimated.
- Punitive damages: If the negligent party exhibited willful or wanton conduct, you may be able to seek punitive damages. In North Carolina, punitive damages may be recognized if the other driver was speeding at 20+ miles per hour over the posted speed limit, engaging in illegal road racing, or impaired by alcohol or drugs.
An experienced lawyer will review the evidence and circumstances of your case to determine which damages you can pursue and the value of your case.
How To Choose the Best Car Accident Lawyer for Your Case
Rear-end accidents can cause serious injuries that require costly medical care, rehabilitation, and vehicle repairs. You may have missed time from work, or you may not even be able to return to your position. Your life has been upended. You can’t afford to take a risk with your future and financial security.
To achieve the best possible outcome in your case, it is crucial to work with the right lawyer with:
- Experience handling cases involving rear-end car accidents
- The resources to achieve the best possible outcome
- A commitment to putting clients first and fighting for justice
- The ability to give your case the time and attention it deserves
- A reputation for winning the day, every day
At Edwards Injury Law, we never back down from bullying insurance companies that stand in the way of our clients achieving the financial stability and well-being they deserve.
How Edwards Injury Law Can Help Your Case
At Edwards Injury Law, we are proud to be a veteran- and black-owned firm and serve as agents of change. Our firm has extensive experience handling rear-end car accident injury claims and achieving positive outcomes for our clients.
If you were hurt in a rear-end car accident, you need someone to fight in your corner to protect your interests.
Contact us today for a case evaluation and to see how we can help with your case.
