Understanding Liability in Public Safety Claims: A Look at Saad v. Town of Surf City When it comes to public safety, municipalities have a responsibility to maintain safe roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes. If they fail to do so, they can be held accountable for any injuries that result. In the case of Saad v. […]
Understanding the Supreme Court of North Carolina’s Appeal Decision: Personal Safety and Open Risks in Negligence Cases
The Supreme Court of North Carolina recently ruled in favor of the defendant, Logan Developers, Inc., in a case brought by Debra Cullen. Cullen sued Logan Developers after she stepped backward and fell through a hole in her attic floor, which Logan Developers created for access to the air handler. As a result of the […]
Crash vs Accident: The Difference Matters!
In everyday conversation, the terms “crash” and “accident” are often used interchangeably, especially when talking about incidents involving vehicles. However, understanding why the difference matters can be beneficial for your case. Let’s break down the differences and explore the contexts in which each term is most appropriately used. What is an Accident? The term “accident” […]
E-bike Classifications in North Carolina
There are lots of reasons to buy from your local bike shop. If you’re looking for an e-bike, add another one to the list. That online, monster, e-bike might look fun, or convenient to get to work, but is it legal? (If you’re somewhere other than NC and reading this, there are tidbits there for […]