We at Henson Fuerst are proud to report that the Court of Appeals of North Carolina has upheld a landmark $40 million verdict obtained by the trial team of Thomas Henson and our co-counsel David Stradley of White & Stradley, PLLC. The verdict is the largest drunk driving verdict in North Carolina’s history and includes […]
According to recent data from the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), June is the most dangerous month to drive in North Carolina, with 12% more deaths and injuries from fatal crashes on the road compared to the national average. What does this mean for your summertime travel plans? Here’s what you need to
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It’s a common misconception in North Carolina that you can sue the insurance company. In a traditional automobile wreck case, your legal claim is technically against the at-fault driver—not his or her insurance company. The driver’s insurance company is obligated to hire an attorney to represent the driver if any claim is made against him
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If you have been hurt or harmed in an accident due to someone else’s negligence in North Carolina, you can file a claim for compensation through the at-fault driver’s insurance. As you begin this process, you may be curious about how much money you’re entitled to under North Carolina law. However, there is no set
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If you drive a motor vehicle in the U.S., you are legally obligated to have insurance regardless of where you live. However, car insurance is not one-size-fits-all, and the specifications could vary based on your car type, where you live, and your individual needs. At Henson Fuerst, we believe drivers should select insurance coverage with
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Chances are, you have probably encountered a tractor-trailer on the road. While many drivers may think truck drivers have a better view of their surroundings since their vehicle is high off the ground and heavily equipped, that is not the case. Although truckers have a broader forward view and more oversized side-view mirrors than your
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According to the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA), motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death for Americans ages 3 through 33. However, wheelchair users who rely on medical transport for everyday travel are especially susceptible to catastrophic injury in a motor vehicle accident. Unlike non-disabled passengers, wheelchair
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In a recent report, the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program revealed that the number of people killed in traffic crashes in North Carolina last year was the highest since 1973. In 2021, there were 1,755 highway deaths – a 17.9% increase than just five years earlier in 2016. Overall, highway traffic deaths per capita have seen a steady decline
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Unfortunately, car insurance rates increase for almost all American drivers after an accident. Even those not-at-fault can expect their car insurance premium to rise by about 4% following a crash. On average, car insurance premiums go up 49%, or $348 per year post-accident. There may be exceptions based on factors such as the state, insurance
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The first snowfall of the year can be a magical time. It kicks off the season of joyous activities like building snowmen, brewing up some hot cocoa, and cozying up by the fireplace. However, it also begins a period of freezing, damp weather conditions. Therefore, exercising extra caution when driving in snowy weather is essential
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