Are Drunk Driving Accidents a Common Problem in North Carolina? According to the NHTSA, nearly 29% of all traffic-related fatalities in the state of North Carolina can be traced back to drivers under the influence of alcohol. These statistics indicate that nearly one in every three fatal motor vehicle accidents in NC involved drunk driving. […]

What Regulations Exist for Commercial Drivers? The primary agency responsible for trucking regulation is a branch of the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). These federal regulations apply to all interstate trucking traffic operating nationally and cover a vast number of requirements, such as: The size and weight restrictions of […]

What Should You Do Immediately Following a Car Accident? According to the North Carolina Department of Insurance, there are specific steps that are recommended after an automobile accident to ensure your safety and the safety of others: Stop the vehicle in a safe place. If needed, move the vehicle from travel lanes to avoid further […]

What is Driver Negligence and Why is it Important to Your Car Accident Claim? Every driver on the road in North Carolina has a certain responsibility not to bring harm upon those they share the road with. This duty of care should not be violated. Negligence suggests that an at-fault party did not adhere to […]

What is a Car Insurance Deductible? If you’re driving the roads of our beautiful state, you’d better have insurance. Otherwise, you could pay for all the extraordinary expenses out of pocket if you’re in an accident. However, even with an active car insurance policy, there exists the chance that you might still have to pay […]

Can You Sue for Pregnancy Complications if You’re in a Car Accident? Car accidents can be painful, emotionally traumatizing, financially costly, and sometimes deadly. While many injuries are caused by the make of the vehicles involved in the crash or the speed at which they were going, certain individuals may face a higher risk of […]

On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Dec 9, 2021 | Car Accidents We all know that drunk driving crashes occur far too often. At the end of football games, concerts, student parties, and the like, people who have been drinking are driving home, a common occurrence in North Carolina college towns. However, lawmakers are working on technology that may […]

On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Sep 28, 2021 | Car Accidents You know that victims of automobile crashes often turn to personal injury lawyers for help. But why do they? Few people give much thought to personal injury lawyers until they get hurt. So, what do these lawyers do for people that the people can’t do for themselves? […]

On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Jul 1, 2021 | Car Accidents The Internet has changed many things, hasn’t it? Many people get their daily news dose online. Their computer or smartphone delivers updates on weather and other matters. Email access has replaced trips to the post office. And shopping is far different than it used to be. Residents across […]

On Behalf of O’Malley Tunstall PLLC | Jun 10, 2021 | Car Accidents Money problems are common after a sudden death of a partner or spouse. Not only are funeral costs expensive, but the loss of family income can also be devastating to the entire family. Then, add medical bills to the mix. It may seem you have no one […]