North Carolina Car Accident Attorneys

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The Effects of a Car Accident Can Last a Lifetime. We'll Ensure That You and Your Family Get The Compensation and Lifetime Care You Need.

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Experienced Raleigh Accident Attorneys

It happened. You were driving when suddenly, a car slammed into your vehicle. Car accidents happen in a flash and can change the life of an individual or family in an instant. In the aftermath of the accident, not only will you deal with mental anguish of recovery and the destruction of your property, but you will also ultimately be forced to deal with financial fallout that may last for years to come.

We at Henson Fuerst understand the devastation that car accidents can bring and have fought for accident victims just like you for over four decades. Our lawyers know the laws and will fight to obtain a settlement that covers not only medical bills but also offers continuous assistance for you and your family following an accident.

You Can’t Count on The Insurance Company to Do What’s Right.

After a car accident, it’s reasonable to assume that the insurance company is on your side. However, you must exercise caution not just with your own insurance company, but also with the other driver’s insurance company. Insurance companies have a team of adjusters, accountants, and specialists on staff who are all trained to offer you lowball settlements to protect the company’s interests. When insurance companies realize you won’t take their first offer, they may begin to ignore you or purposefully delay your claim in the hopes that you will give up or miss the deadline to bring suit. We recognize that your present financial situation may entice you to take an insurance settlement offer that is insufficient to cover the price of damages. However, you don’t have to put up with an insurance company that tries to deceive you, downplay your damages, or underpay your claim. At Henson Fuerst, we know the tactics insurance companies use, and we will not let them take advantage of you.

Meet our Raleigh Car Accident Attorneys

Car Accident Attorney

Thomas Henson, Jr.

Thomas Henson Jr. joined Henson Fuerst in 1989. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration in 1986 and his Juris Doctorate in 1989—both from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Thomas is the Past Chair of the board of directors of the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina (BIANC), advocating for brain injury victims and their families across North Carolina, and currently serves on its board. He has been a presenter at multiple conferences for victims of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), their caregivers, and brain injury professionals.

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Car Accident Attorney

David J. Mason

David Mason joined Henson Fuerst in 2018. He has spent most of his career as a personal injury litigator and trial attorney, advocating on behalf of injured people in North Carolina.

David attended North Carolina State University in Raleigh and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and minor in Spanish. His passion for justice and helping others brought him to Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in Raleigh, where he earned his degree of Juris Doctor. During law school, David represented Campbell Law in the ABA Negotiation Competition. In addition, he completed internships at Wake County District Court, Duke Energy, and multiple Raleigh law firms.

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We’re the Attorneys Who Care About Protecting Your Rights

When you choose Henson Fuerst to represent you, you can expect to be treated like family and provided with honest and compassionate legal representation. If you have questions about an accident you were involved in, contact our North Carolina car accident attorneys for a free consultation.

Our firm only gets paid when you do. So, if there is no recovery for your case, then there is no attorney’s fee. It’s that simple. We work hard to defend your rights and help you recover the compensation you need to move forward.

The Raleigh car accident attorneys at Henson Fuerst understand how difficult it may be to get compensation after a car wreck, especially given North Carolina’s contributory fault rules. This implies that in order to get compensation, the sufferer must be completely blameless in the accident. You may be able to recover medical bills, lost earnings, and pain and suffering if it can be shown that you were entirely free of fault. Because contributory negligence makes blaming another driver for an accident more difficult, you may need the assistance of a North carolina car accident lawyer.

For over 45 years, we’ve been helping accident victims throughout North Carolina fight for the full and fair compensation they need. If you’ve been involved in a car accident, our attorneys will advocate for you throughout the settlement process. Insurance claims adjusters are tasked with safeguarding the interests of their employers, which may or may not coincide with your needs. We will work hard to protect your best interests and help you recover fair compensation for your accident claim. Contact us today by calling 919-781-1107 or submitting a free consultation form online.

Determining Fault in A Car Accident Case

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) studies, driver error is the primary cause of automobile accidents in the United States. Accidents caused by someone else’s recklessness or negligence such as poor judgment, driving distracted or under the influence, and fatigue, fall into the category of driver error. In these cases, a specific person may be held liable for their actions.

Other factors such as road or car defects can also lead to serious accidents. Common roadway defects that may indicate a road was not properly constructed or maintained include:

  • Potholes
  • Soft shoulders, meaning that the shoulder on the side of the road is made of gravel or packed dirt rather than asphalt
  • Defective guardrails
  • Improper drainage that can cause the road to be slick and cause hydroplaning

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has strict guidelines to ensure that all roads, streets, and highways are designed and maintained with driver safety as the top priority. If architects, engineers, construction companies, paving companies, or contractors fail to adhere to those rules, they may be held liable for your accident.

Common car defects that indicate a vehicle was manufactured using defective parts or did not undergo the proper safety testing include:

  • Roof crush
  • Seatbelt failure
  • Airbag failure
  • Fuel-fed fires
  • Defective tires

In these cases, several parties could be held liable for the accident. These parties include the manufacturer or designer of the auto part and the manufacturer or seller of the vehicle.

The outcome of an automobile accident claim in North Carolina is contingent on proving that the other motorist was at fault. A qualified lawyer can assist you in obtaining all of the evidence necessary to establish liability so you can recover the damages you are owed.

We Fight To Get You Back On The Road
To Recovery and Financial Security

What Are The First Steps I Should Take After A Car Accident?

Emotions are high after a car collision, and there is a lot of confusion on the scene. There are, however, several precautions you may take to safeguard yourself and any claim you decide to pursue in the future.

  1. Don’t Leave the Scene. You should only leave the accident area after exchanging information with others involved in the crash and receiving permission from any law enforcement officers there. You risk being charged with hit-and-run if you leave before then.
  2. Check for Injuries. Determine if anyone was wounded, beginning with yourself and moving on to everyone else in your vehicle. Then, if it’s safe, get out of your car and check on the other drivers and passengers.
  3. Call the Police. If there are any injuries, dial 911 immediately. Having a law enforcement officer there, regardless of any injuries, may be beneficial if discovered that the other driver is driving while intoxicated or without insurance.
  4. Move Vehicles. If the crash is minimal and there are no significant injuries, try to relocate all vehicles to the road’s shoulder and away from the traffic flow. This will help avoid a larger traffic delay and make it easier for first responders to get to the accident.
  5. Obtain Insurance and Personal Information. Identify any other drivers who may have been involved in the collision and gather their names, contact information, driver’s license number, and insurance company and policy number. If there are any witnesses, you should also collect their information.
  6. Document and Gather Evidence. When you have a chance, write down everything that happened before and after the accident as accurately as you can. Take photos of any damage to the car, skid marks, or weather conditions in the vicinity. Look around to check whether any cameras, such as traffic or security cameras, are nearby. Make a mental note of where they are in case you need a copy of the footage.
  7. Watch What You Say. If you’re unsure if you’re to blame for the accident, don’t admit fault. Also, don’t lie, especially if you’re making a police statement.
  8. Notify Your Insurance Company. Regardless of who is at fault for the car accident, it is critical to contact your car insurance company as quickly as possible. Failure to notify your insurance company in a timely manner could risk your coverage.

Raleigh Office

3110 Edwards Mill Rd
Suite 210,
Raleigh, NC 27612

P (919) 781-1107
F (919) 781-8048

Raleigh Office

Rocky Mount Office

2317 Sunset Ave
#2529,
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

P (252) 443-2111
F (252) 443-9429

Rocky Mount Office

Jacksonville Office

2200 Gum Branch Rd
Suite G
Jacksonville, NC 28540

P (910) 377-7671

Jacksonville Office

Boone Office

Appointment Only

P (828) 295-7469

Boone Office
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