Bicyclist Hit By A Car, What Do I Need To Know?

Being hit by a car while riding a bicycle is one of the scariest types of accidents. Most of the time a bicyclist does not see it coming, or only has mere seconds to react. As a result, most bicyclists who are hit by a car suffer catastrophic and permanent injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and other significant harm.

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What is a Contingency Fee?

Contingency fees are one of the most important concepts for victims of personal injury accidents in North Carolina. That’s because, when a negligent defendant harms you or your family, sometimes it’s not just the physical harm and emotional damages that can become overwhelming. Financial damages can be equally as crippling as physical injuries, and can result in drastic life-changing problems for victims and their families.

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Are Car Accident Settlements Taxable?

A question that I’ve been asked several times just recently is, will I have to pay taxes on my car accident settlement money? The general answer to that is, no. Personal injury cases have a specific exemption through Congress from having to pay income taxes on the recovery.

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What is my Workers’ Comp Case Worth?

In determining what your North Carolina Workers’ Compensation is worth, it will not surprise you, that part of this answer lies in part in a mathematical formula regulated by the NC Industrial Commission, which is the state governmental agency that covers work injuries and takes into consideration your medical expenses and lost wages.

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