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Uninsured/ Underinsured Accident Injury Attorneys in High Point, NC
North Carolina law requires all drivers to carry auto insurance. However, many people fail to pay their premiums or simply choose to drive without insurance. Fortunately, NC insurance laws also require all car insurance policies to include Uninsured Motorist coverage. This is the payment source for your injury claims if you are struck by an uninsured or hit & run driver.
High Point area accident caused by an uninsured driver? Our NC insurance law allows "stacking" of UM policies. Victims are covered by the UM on the vehicle they are riding in, on their own policy if they have separate insurance, and also on all family-owned insurance policies for residents of the victim's household.
Insurance analysts estimate that nearly one in eight motorists in the U.S. are either uninsured or underinsured. These careless drivers aren't just putting themselves in jeopardy; they also jeopardize your physical safety and financial well-being. The good news is UM coverage pays, but the insurance adjusters handling these claims will seek to minimize your benefits. Two other bits of good news: First, collecting UM benefits from your own policy will not harm your coverage or increase your premiums. Second, once your insurance company pays you, they will go after the uninsured driver seeking full reimbursement, and even suspend their drivers license until payment arrangements are made. Uninsured drivers do not escape justice!
At Nagle & Associates, we stand ready to protect and enforce your rights if you suffer injuries caused by a negligent driver without insurance. Please don't trust your insurance adjuster to simply volunteer full and fair payment. Former adjuster Carl Nagle cautions that "insurance adjusters are paid to minimize your claims, and they will pay you as little as you let them". Whether you choose our firm or another, an experienced underinsured or uninsured driver accident attorney in High Point can help access and collect from multiple insurance policies, present the strongest injury case, and collect the tax-free compensation you deserve.
- Nagle & Associates: Two Decades of Motor Vehicle Accident Experience
- Understanding the Difference Between Underinsured Drivers and Uninsured Drivers
- Compensation Options After Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Accident
- North Carolina Underinsured/Uninsured Driver Lawsuit FAQs
- Nagle & Associates: Fighting Fearlessly for Your Compensation
Nagle & Associates: Three Decades of Motor Vehicle Accident Experience
Carl Nagle previously worked in Atlanta, Georgia for insurance companies as a claims adjuster and as an insurance company lawyer. He then moved to North Carolina and now only represents victims of NC motor vehicle accidents. Our firm has successfully handled many underinsured and uninsured motorist cases. Drawing on 30 years of focused motor vehicle accident experience, Carl Nagle is passionate about protecting the rights of injured victims and their families.
Our legal team is committed to recovering the compensation our clients' need to restore savings, pay for past and future medical needs, be compensated for scarring and lost quality-of-life, and to have tax-free compensation so they can improve their life following a serious collision. As such, every attorney at Nagle & Associates works tirelessly to help clients - just like you - understand how underinsured/uninsured driver claims work and how a great lawyer can help you maximize your injury claims and present the strongest legal case.
Underinsured and uninsured driver accident claims can be very complex and involve a variety of factors. Some of the most common situations we find in these cases include:
- The Negligent Driver Has "Minimum Coverage" and Can't Cover Damages
- The Negligent Driver Fails to Purchase Insurance
- The Negligent Driver's Insurance Coverage Lapses
- The Negligent Driver's Insurance Coverage is Determined Not to Apply
- The Victim Has Severe Injuries Requiring Us to Stack and Collect From Multiple Underinsured Motorist Policies
Regardless of the circumstances, you can rest easy knowing our uninsured and underinsured driver accident attorneys in High Point have the skills, experience, and commitment to pursue all of your legal claims and collect maximum payment for your past and future medical needs, for lost wages, and for your pain and suffering.
Our Reduced Fee Structure for Underinsured and Uninsured Accident Victims
Nagle & Associates isn't like other underinsured and uninsured driver accident law firms, and that's by design. We don't advertise on television, on the radio, or on billboards. We focus on real injuries and devote ourselves to excellence in service and results. Instead, we focus those resources on benefiting our clients by providing caring yet highly effective legal services for every accident victim we represent.
We also have a better fee structure than other personal injury law firms that handle underinsured and uninsured driver crashes.
Our legal team works on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid once your case is settled or your trial concludes. Most cases settle privately, with no lawsuit filings and no court involvement. The contingency fee structure incentivizes your lawyer to pursue maximum compensation for your injury claims. Frankly, an experienced lawyer will collect more from insurance companies than an unrepresented victim. To the extent that your lawyer collects more than you could have, he/she pays his/her own fee. Our goal is to leave you with far more settlement money in hand than you would ever get handling your case alone, and we make the insurance claim process much easier for you.
While many underinsured and uninsured driver accident law firms charge 33.3% of the settlement and 40-44% of amounts collected after a lawsuit is filed, our firm offers a more client-oriented rate of 25% on the settlement and 33.3% on any amounts collected in litigation. We file lawsuits only when an insurer refuses to offer a fair settlement, and only when we agree together that suit filing is the best path toward full compensation for your accident claims. We are a boutique law firm dedicated to concierge level client service and excellent results. We only handle serious motor vehicle accident cases, and our discounted fee percentage leaves a larger share of your settlement money in your hands when the case closes.
Hiring Our Firm Is Easy - With a Phone Call We Can Start Today
We stand ready to begin working on your case now. We offer free consultations by phone and if you want our help, we can meet in our office, and we also have investigators who can meet with you where you are, whether its at your home, your work or even if you are still under care at Pennybyrn near High Point. If you prefer, you can even retain us by exchanged mailings. We charge no legal fee to help our clients with their property damage claims, and charge nothing for home visits. And remember, there are no up-front costs because our fee is a percentage of settlement, so we are paid only if and when we collect a settlement that you accept.
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Understanding the Difference Between Underinsured Drivers and Uninsured Drivers
Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage compensates crash victims for injuries and damages resulting from an accident caused by a driver who has no insurance whatsoever, or by a hit & run driver who cannot be identified. UM does not for property damage caused by a hit & run driver, but injury claims are fully covered by all applicable policies. In contrast, Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage steps in when a driver has liability insurance, but the coverage limits are insufficient to cover the injuries and damages they've caused.
The number of drivers on the road without insurance is quite alarming. According to the Insurance Information Institute, around 13% of motorists in the United States are uninsured. In North Carolina, that figure is notably lower, with about 6.5% of drivers operating without insurance coverage. However, the mandatory coverage limits in NC are quite low: before July 1, 2025, drivers can legally drive with only $30,000 per-person and $60,000 per-accident in bodily injury liability coverage. After July 1, 2025, our mandatory coverage increases to $50,000 per-person and $100,000 per-accident.
Our firm only handles real injury claims arising from forceful collisions. We commonly represent victims with injury claims worth more than $50,000. In these cases, we make sure the victim does not sign a Release for the liability coverage, because this destroys your payment rights for UIM coverage. We also notify and open claims for all stackable UIM policies. Once we bring all insurance companies and adjusters to the table, we present the strongest medical evidence, present a strong threat of litigation and trial, and push for the highest possible settlement offer.
How Does Policy Stacking Work in North Carolina?
UM and UIM are both stackable coverages in NC. If the at-fault driver had no insurance or was a hit & run driver, all UM policies stack. If the at-fault driver doesn't have enough coverage to fully fund your injury claims, all UIM policies stack to provide aggregate coverage and payment for all injury claims.
Policies stack from three sources - the policy on the vehicle the victim was riding in, the victim's personal auto policy if they were riding in someone else's vehicle, and every separate policy for anyone related to the victim by blood or marriage who resided with the victim on the date of the accident. Consider this hypothetical: Mary is riding with her friend Paula when they are struck by a hit & run driver. Paula's UM policy provides $50,000 per person in UM coverage. Mary has her own car and her policy has $100,000 in UM coverage. Mary lives with her son who has a separate auto insurance policy with $250,000 in UM coverage. In this case, Mary can stack and collect from all policies, and receive up to $400,000 in tax-free injury claim payments.
When is An Automobile Deemed Uninsured in North Carolina?
North Carolina's Motor Vehicle Safety and Financial Responsibility Act of 1953 (MVSFRA) defines a vehicle as "uninsured" if it lacks both bodily injury liability insurance and property liability insurance that meets at least the minimum limits set by state law. A vehicle may still be deemed uninsured if it has such insurance but the insurer denies coverage or has gone bankrupt.
When is An Automobile Deemed Underinsured in North Carolina?
According to the MVSFRA, a vehicle is deemed "underinsured" when the total liability limits from all applicable bodily injury insurance policies at the time of the accident fall short of the limits of underinsured motorist coverage for the vehicle involved in the collision and covered under the owner's policy.
Always Consult with an Underinsured/Uninsured Driver Accident Attorney in High Point
When you file an uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance claim, your UM/UIM insurance carrier essentially acts as if they were the defendant. Despite being your own coverage, the insurance adjuster will try to reduce the amount they pay you just as the insurance company of the at-fault driver would. Always remember that insurance companies are for-profit businesses. They are in business to collect premiums, not to pay claims.
Your insurance adjuster might downplay your injuries or argue that you were fully or partially responsible for the accident. In North Carolina, under our pure contributory negligence law, if you are deemed even slightly at fault for the accident, you have no payment rights and cannot collect any compensation. If the adjuster can place you just 1% at fault, you get nothing. And insurance adjusters always challenge claims, question the extent of your injuries, argue that medical bills are unreasonable, and they offer pennies on the dollar to unrepresented victims. That's why it's crucial to involve an attorney as soon as possible—this helps protect your rights and increases your chances of collecting a settlement that reflects what you would receive from a jury of your neighbors following a successful trial.
Even if you prefer to handle your case without a lawyer, personal injury lawyers offer free consultations which can be accomplished by phone or in person. Invest time to talk with a victims' rights advocate who can explain your rights and options, and help you understand how to properly present your accident/insurance claims.
Compensation Options After A Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Accident
When it comes to collecting compensation after an uninsured or underinsured driver accident, the amount you get often depends on your auto insurance policy. In North Carolina, the law mandates that all car insurance policies include Uninsured Motorist coverage, but having Underinsured Motorist coverage is optional. That means you can collect benefits for Uninsured Motorist through your own policy, while benefits for Underinsured Motorists will depend on your coverage and the coverage on any other policies that apply.
Here's how you may be protected:
Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Coverage)
Uninsured Motorist coverage (UM) comes into play when another driver is at fault and lacks liability insurance. In such cases, the UM your insurance provider will assist in covering medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage, up to the limits set in your policy. UM coverage also applies if your collision was caused by a hit and run driver. In these cases, UM covers the injury claims but will not pay for repairs or replacement of your damaged vehicle. Thus, collision coverage is needed to collect for property damage caused by a hit and run driver.
Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UIM Coverage)
Underinsured Motorist coverage (UIM) comes into play when the at-fault driver's insurance limits aren't enough to cover your accident-related losses. In such cases, your may be able to access multiple UIM policies to help cover your claims and damages that exceed what the at-fault driver's policy can provide.
In North Carolina, the minimum limits for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage match the state's minimum liability requirements. This means you should have at least $30,000 for each injured person in an accident, $60,000 total for personal injuries per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. If you find yourself in an accident with a driver who lacks sufficient insurance and you don't have UIM coverage, don't lose hope. You may be able to access other policies, or you can still work with an underinsured driver accident attorney in High Point to pursue a lawsuit against the at-fault driver's personal assets.
Both types of insurance coverage provide compensation for injuries that typically arise from motor vehicle collisions. For a claim to be valid, the at-fault driver's negligence must be the "proximate cause" of the costs or damages incurred. Some of the UM and UIM damages you can claim include:
- Emergency Room Costs
- Medical Bills
- Cost of Surgical Procedures
- Medical Transport and Ambulance Costs
- Medications and Medical Devices
- Lost Wages
- Permanent Injury
- Job Loss Due to Injury
- Permanent Disability
- Costs Associated with Rehab, Physical Therapy, or Treatment
- Tax Free Payment For Past & Future Pain, Suffering and Inconvenience
- Wrongful Death of Your Loved One
- More
Stacking Interpolicy Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage Explained
Under North Carolina law, you can draw not only from your own insurance policy but also from the policy of any relative by blood or marriage who currently lives with you and has UM/UIM coverage for their vehicle. For instance, a student going to High Point University near High Point, who is living at home, can stack and collect from both their UIM policy and their parents' UIM policy if each has separate vehicles and separate insurance policies. The key is separate policies. If a single crash victim has multiple auto insurance policies, the can stack and use all of those policies, and still collect from family-owned policies AND the policy for the vehicle they occupied during the accident.
It's important to understand that UM/UIM coverage isn't automatically applied - North Carolina has specific regulations that outline when an injured party can file a UM/UIM claim. Since these rules can be quite complex, it's wise to work with an uninsured or underinsured driver accident attorney in High Point who is knowledgeable about underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage to help navigate the process and effectively resolve your claim.
North Carolina Underinsured/Uninsured Driver Lawsuit FAQs
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we get from clients who were hit and injured by an underinsured or uninsured driver in North Carolina.
Uninsured Motorist coverage does cover injury claims arising from a hit-and-run accident, but certain criteria must be met to prevent fraudulent claims. First, victims should report the crash to police immediately Period Second, if your injuries are significant, you should speak with a lawyer about how to report claims and speak safely with insurance carriers. Lastly, there must be actual contact between the vehicles involved. This is often referred to as the "no contact rule." For instance, if one vehicle forces another off the road without any physical contact, the uninsured motorist coverage is not liable and North Carolina law allows them to deny the claim.
After an accident, the process of recovery can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially if you're dealing with injuries or recovering at Solista High Point near High Point. That's why it's wise to reach out to one of our experienced personal injury attorneys, who can help take that burden off your shoulders. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you won't owe us a dime unless we secure compensation for you. That means there's no downside to giving us a call at (800) 411-1583 to explore your options.
According to North Carolina law, interpolicy stacking is applicable only to insurance for "nonfleet private passenger motor vehicles," as outlined in N. C. Gen. Stat. §58-40-15 (9) and (10). Furthermore, any uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage included in a policy that covers five or more vehicles, or that pertains to vehicles not classified as a "private passenger motor vehicle" under the statute, does not qualify as a "separate or additional policy." Therefore, the limits of such coverage cannot be stacked with those of any other policies when determining the uninsured and underinsured motorist limits.
To protect your right to payment for your injury claims, it's important to be aware of the deadlines for filing uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, referred to as the statute of limitations. In North Carolina, you typically have three years from the date of the accident to file your lawsuit against all liable parties. However, in fatal injury cases, our NC Wrongful Death Act requires suit to be filed within two years. You should never wait until the last minute to you're your lawsuit! Navigating the claims process can be tricky, and the last thing you want is to miss out on the compensation you deserve because you didn't meet the deadline. That's why it's a good idea to team up with a skilled uninsured driver accident attorney in High Point who can help you handle your claim more effectively.
Many drivers shell out significant premiums to insurance companies for coverage in the event of an accident. Unfortunately, insurance companies commonly oppose, minimize and deny valid claims. This leaves injured individuals and victims of motor vehicle accidents in a tough spot when they need assistance the most. Unfortunately, it happens frequently and insurance companies often resort to various tactics to safeguard their profits.
Tactics like these are made in bad faith. They can include:
- Facilitating Ridiculous Delays to Avoid Claim Resolution
- Purposely Misinterpreting Policy Language to Avoid a Claim Payout
- Not Conducting a Comprehensive Claim Investigation
- Claiming that Injuries Were Not Caused by the Collision
- Using Abusive Action Such as Intimidation
Insurance companies often rely on these claim-opposition tactics to delay, minimize & deny claims, which underscores the importance of having a strong advocate by your side. Partnering with an experienced NC underinsured or uninsured accident lawyer can help your claim get approved, and help you collect maximum payment for your crash-related losses.
Nagle & Associates: Fighting Fearlessly for Your Compensation
If you've been in an accident caused by an uninsured or underinsured driver, it's very easy for insurance adjusters to control the dialogue and steer you toward a bad result. Even though you're dealing with your own insurance company, they know you don't intend to go to court without a lawyer, and they will not help you find reasons to pay full value for your accident and injury claims. Expect opposition and don't trust the insurance adjuster who is being paid to minimize your claims.
At Nagle & Associates, our experienced attorneys in North Carolina only handle motor vehicle accident cases and we know exactly how to pursue and collect maximum payment fo any victim of an uninsured or underinsured driver. We have decades of experience with complex traumatic medical cases, and we know how to collect and present your medical evidence, and how to compel the insurance adjusters to pay the full value of your case. We have mastered all NC insurance laws, and we know how to access multiple policies and compel maximum payment for your injury claims. We work closely with every client, develop a relationship that helps us understand your story, and work to solve your problems every step. We work for you, and with you! Together, we'll gather the details of your situation, thoroughly investigate the incident, and outline the best legal options for you. Whether you need guidance through the entire process, assistance in negotiating with the insurance company, or representation in court against a negligent driver or insurer, we've got your back. We're not afraid to take a strong stance to ensure you get the compensation you're entitled to.
Contact our office today for your free consultation.
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Latest News in High Point, NC
No. 4 Men's Lacrosse Downs High Point, 14-2
University of North Carolina Athleticshttps://goheels.com/news/2025/3/22/no-4-mens-lacrosse-downs-high-point-14-2
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The fourth-ranked North Carolina men's lacrosse team cruised to a 14-2 victory over High Point on Friday night, in nonconference action.With the win, the Tar Heels improve to 7-1 on the campaign.How It Happened • Carolina scored two of the game's first three goals, courtesy of Owen Duffy and ...
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The fourth-ranked North Carolina men's lacrosse team cruised to a 14-2 victory over High Point on Friday night, in nonconference action.
With the win, the Tar Heels improve to 7-1 on the campaign.
How It Happened • Carolina scored two of the game's first three goals, courtesy of Owen Duffy and Dominic Pietramala, leading by one with 8:52 remaining in the opening quarter. • The Tar Heels closed the frame on a 3-0 burst, with Duffy, James Matan and Pietramala hitting the back of the net, holding a 5-1 edge after one. • Duffy and Mason Szewczyk capitalized in the second quarter, with the visiting Tar Heels leading at the half, 7-2. • In the third, two goals from Ty English, and a score each from Dewey Egan and Dominic Pietramala helped Carolina outscore the Panthers 4-0 in the quarter, leading 11-2 entering the fourth. • Caden Harshbarger, Matan and Brevin Wilson scored in the fourth for the Tar Heels, who outscored High Point 7-0 in the second half.
Tar Heel Performances • Duffy and Pietramala each scored a hat trick in the matchup, with English and Matan posting two goals apiece. • Spencer Wirtheim led all players with three assists. • Brady Wambach (8-17) and Colin Hannigan (3-3) helped the Tar Heels win the faceoff battle. • Chase Cellucci and Paul Barton each posted three caused turnovers. • Michael Gianforcaro and Kent Goode combined for 11 saves on the night.
Inside The Numbers • Carolina leads the all-time series, 8-1. Friday was the first contest on the road at High Point since 2022. • Duffy has 23 points in the last four games, an average of 5.75 points per game. • The Tar Heel defense did not allow a goal from the 5:49 mark in the second quarter, through the end of the game. The scoreless span lasted the remaining 35:49 in the contest. • The second half for the Tar Heel defense was the first time not allowing a goal in a half since facing Hofstra in 2013 (second half). • Friday was the third-fewest goals allowed in a single game in program history.
Up Next • Next Saturday, the Tar Heels travel to No. 2 Army. • Opening faceoff between Carolina and the Black Knights is slated for Noon.
This Week in HPU Athletics (3/24-3/30)
Donovan Dickshttps://highpointpanthers.com/news/2025/3/24/athletic-dept-this-week-in-hpu-athletics-3-24-3-30.aspx
High Point, N.C. — This week in High Point University Athletics, men's golf competes in the Seahawk Intercollegiate in Wilmington, while women's golf plays in The Patsy Rendleman in Salisbury. Baseball takes on Appalachian State for the second time this season before having a weekend showdown with conference foe Radford. Men's and women's track & field teams compete in multiple relays this week at Texas, Davidson and NC State. Women's lacrosse plays its first conference game against Presbyterian C...
High Point, N.C. — This week in High Point University Athletics, men's golf competes in the Seahawk Intercollegiate in Wilmington, while women's golf plays in The Patsy Rendleman in Salisbury. Baseball takes on Appalachian State for the second time this season before having a weekend showdown with conference foe Radford. Men's and women's track & field teams compete in multiple relays this week at Texas, Davidson and NC State. Women's lacrosse plays its first conference game against Presbyterian College on Wednesday, and then versus Winthrop on Saturday for Senior Day. Rowing will travel to Florida to participate in the Sarasota 2k, while men's lacrosse hosts Hobart College on Saturday to round things up this week.
Men's Golf - Seahawk Intercollegiate Monday, March 24 - Tuesday, March 25 | Wilmington, N.C. | Cape Fear Country Club LiveStats
Women's Golf - The Patsy Rendleman Monday, March 24 - Tuesday, March 25 | Salisbury, N.C. | CC of Salisbury LiveStats
Baseball - Appalachian State Tuesday, March 25 | 6 p.m. | Boone, N.C. | Beaver Field Watch Live ESPN+ | LiveStats
Records: High Point 17-7, App St. 11-12 Last Meeting: February 18, 2025 | Result: HPU won 13-7 All-Time Record: App St. leads 20-8
Men's and Women's Track & Field - Texas Relays Wednesday, March 26 - Saturday March 29 | Austin, Texas | Mike A. Myers Stadium Schedule of Events
Women's Lacrosse - Presbyterian College Wednesday, March 26 | 4 p.m. | Clinton, S.C. | Bailey Memorial Stadium Watch Live ESPN+ | LiveStats
Records: High Point 4-4, Presbyterian 3-6 Last Meeting: April 10, 2024 | Result: HPU won 21-4 All-Time Record: HPU leads 15-0
Men's and Women's Track & Field - Raleigh Relays Thursday, March 27 - Saturday, March 29 | Raleigh, N.C. | Paul Derr Track & Field Facility Schedule of Events | Meet Information
Rowing - Sarasota 2k Friday, March 28 - Sunday, March 30 | Sarasota, Fla.
Baseball- Radford University Friday, March 28 | 6 p.m. | Radford, Va. | Sherman Carter Memorial Stadium Saturday, March 29 | 4 p.m. | Radford, Va. | Sherman Carter Memorial Stadium Sunday, March 30 | 1 p.m. | Radford, Va. | Sherman Carter Memorial Stadium Watch Live ESPN+ | LiveStats
Records: High Point 17-7, Radford 12-10 Last Meeting: March 30, 2024 | Result: HPU won 3-2 All-Time Record: HPU leads 44-37
Men's Lacrosse - Hobart College Saturday, March 29 | 12 p.m. | High Point, N.C. | Vert Stadium Watch Live ESPN+ | LiveStats
Records: High Point 3-6, Hobart 3-6 Last Meeting: April 20, 2024 | Result: HPU won 11-10 All-Time Record: HPU leads 2-0
Women's Lacrosse - Winthrop University Saturday, March 29 | 3 p.m. | High Point, N.C. | Vert Stadium Watch Live ESPN+ | LiveStats Senior Day
Records: High Point 4-4, Winthrop 2-6 Last Meeting: April 3, 2024 | Result: HPU won 20-10 All-Time Record: HPU leads 14-3
Men's and Women's Track & Field - Davidson Relays Saturday, March 29 | Davidson, N.C. | Case Track & Field Facility Schedule of Events | Meet Information
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High Point-based coffee company sues Trader Joe’s over false advertising of ‘low-acid’ coffee
Emily Mikkelsenhttps://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/high-point/high-point-based-coffee-company-sues-trader-joes-over-false-advertising-of-low-acid-coffee/
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — A High Point-based coffee company is suing a major grocery chain over what they claim is deceptive advertising of a product similar to what they sell.Puroast filed the lawsuit last month in Florida federal court, where they’re incorporated, claiming that Trader Joe’s is falsely advertising low-acid coffee, which they say is not low acidity but is less caffeinated than normal coffee, which they don’t acknowledge in the marketing.“This is a false advertising case that seeks ...
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — A High Point-based coffee company is suing a major grocery chain over what they claim is deceptive advertising of a product similar to what they sell.
Puroast filed the lawsuit last month in Florida federal court, where they’re incorporated, claiming that Trader Joe’s is falsely advertising low-acid coffee, which they say is not low acidity but is less caffeinated than normal coffee, which they don’t acknowledge in the marketing.
“This is a false advertising case that seeks to expose and stop the sale of coffee that Trader Joe’s has misleadingly been advertising and selling as ‘low acid.’ Testing has confirmed that the coffee being sold by Trader Joe’s as ‘low acid’ contains less than half the caffeine as true coffee. Consumers seeking true low acid coffee are deceived by the false and misleading claim by Trader Joe’s that its product is low acid coffee. Trader Joe’s conduct puts consumers at a heightened level of health risk and allows Trader Joe’s to sell its product at a market premium, all while harming Puroast in its sale of true low acid coffee,” according to the complaint.
The complaint defines “low-acid coffee” as coffee that has a pH level above 5.5 or at least 50% less acid than regular coffee without additives or treatments. Regular coffee is “fairly acidic” which can make it difficult or impossible to drink for people with certain health conditions.
Puroast has its own proprietary roasting methods in order to minimize the acidity.
“Importantly, Puroast’s coffee also retains its full flavor and caffeine content,” the complaint says. “In other words, it is truly a regular coffee with significantly lower acidity.”
The company say that this is what makes Puroast unique, “as other brands that do not have access to Puroast’s proprietary roasting technologies and, as a result, they can offer only watered-down, substituted or neutralized beverages that have significant impacted caffeine levels, taste profiles or both.”
This is where the issue stems from, according to the lawsuit, which accuses Trader Joe’s of chasing the low-acid coffee trend in “by offering low acid coffee to consumers that has been steamed to reduce acidity. The steaming process reduces the potency of the coffee, essentially watering it down, and greatly reducing its caffeine content.”
The Trader Joe’s “low-acid” coffee has significantly less caffeine and does not have a pH above 5.5, which is considered the threshold for low-acid coffee.
“Trader Joe’s has made these false and/or misleading statements (representing decaf or half caff coffee as regular low-acid coffee) to capitalize on several consumer trends without making the investment or changes needed to produce authentic low-acid coffee,” the lawsuit continues. “By falsely marketing decaf or half caff coffee as low-acid, companies can exploit this niche market without adjusting their sourcing or roasting processes, which can be costly.”
Puroast believes that this false and misleading advertising by Trader Joe’s harms them, impacting the market for low-acid coffee. They are requesting that the monetary amount of damages be determined at trial.
Panthers Drop Final Game in Minnesota
| Jake Derenehttps://highpointpanthers.com/news/2025/3/23/baseball-panthers-drop-final-game-in-minnesota.aspx
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – The High Point University baseball team fell to the University of Minnesota, 8-2, in game three on Sunday afternoon.Site: U.S. Bank Stadium Score: High Point 2, Minnesota 8 Records: High Point (17-7, 3-0), Minnesota (11-11, 2-4)Head Coach Joey Hammond: "Obviously a disappointing way to end...
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – The High Point University baseball team fell to the University of Minnesota, 8-2, in game three on Sunday afternoon.
Site: U.S. Bank Stadium Score: High Point 2, Minnesota 8 Records: High Point (17-7, 3-0), Minnesota (11-11, 2-4)
Head Coach Joey Hammond: "Obviously a disappointing way to end the trip. Just didn't do enough in any facet today. Honestly, I got to tip my hat to their pitcher. I just didn't think we made any adjustments offensively. We tried to stack bats at the end of the game, but it's just too late. Our pitchers tried to keep us in it, and I felt like they did for the majority of the game. Just a disappointing way to finish up, we had a real opportunity here and we'll learn from it. Control the things that we can control and come back and be a better team afterwards."
Both starting pitchers were dealing through the first 2.5 innings not allowing either offense to get comfortable. With two outs in the bottom of the third, Minnesota rallied to score its first run of the afternoon following an RBI single up the middle scoring the runner from second.
A leadoff double in the bottom of the fourth followed up with an RBI single scored the second run for the Golden Gophers to take the 2-0 lead. Adrian Montenegro relieved Dalton Hitt in the fourth with two runners on after Hitt went 3.0 innings on the mound, allowing two runs on four hits. After an HPU double play, a two out single down the right field line for the Gophers scored their third run of the day.
Another leadoff double in the bottom of the fifth led to a sacrifice bunt turning into the fourth Gopher run. Three Hillier fielded the bunt and threw an errant throw to first base allowing the runner to round third and score.
Minnesota extended its lead to six in the bottom of the seventh with a two-run home run after Joey Tuttoilmondo took over out of the bullpen.
A pinch-hit infield single from Caleb Hammond put a runner on before Jake McCarter roped a double down the line to put two runners in scoring position. Hammond came home to score on a dribbler giving Miggy Echazarreta the RBI and scoring the first HPU run. McCarter was then able to score as he tagged up on a SAC fly to left field hit by Landen Johnson.
The Golden Gophers tacked on two more runs in the bottom of the eighth, to send HPU down six runs into their last at-bats. High Point fell, 8-2, in game three to the Golden Gophers on Sunday afternoon.
Up Next: HPU will head to Boone, N.C. to face Appalachian State University at 6:00 p.m. on March 25.
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Where are all the schools in the men’s NCAA Tournament located? High Point, McNeese and more
Mark Cooperhttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6214290/2025/03/19/school-locations-mens-ncaa-tournament-2025/
The 2024 NCAA Tournament put Oakland University on the map. Correctly, in Michigan.Jack Gohlke, Greg Kampe and the Golden Grizzlies stunned third-seeded Kentucky in the first round last March, giving fans a reason t...
The 2024 NCAA Tournament put Oakland University on the map. Correctly, in Michigan.
Jack Gohlke, Greg Kampe and the Golden Grizzlies stunned third-seeded Kentucky in the first round last March, giving fans a reason to learn that the university is located in Oakland County, Mich., a half hour north of Detroit, and not in the California city formerly home to the Raiders and Athletics.
This year’s tournament once again features a number of schools whose names don’t immediately reveal their locale. Take, for instance, Bryant University, the 15th seed in the South. Or Lipscomb, Robert Morris and Wofford.
The Athletic has mapped out the 68-team field, from Auburn to Saint Francis (Pa.), as well as the distance each team must travel to its first game.
South Region
1. Auburn Tigers (28-5) | Auburn, Ala. 2. Michigan State Spartans (27-6) | East Lansing, Mich. 3. Iowa State Cyclones (24-9) | Ames, Iowa 4. Texas A&M Aggies (22-10) | College Station, Texas 5. Michigan Wolverines (25-9) | Ann Arbor, Mich. 6. Ole Miss Rebels (22-11) | Oxford, Miss. 7. Marquette Golden Eagles (23-10) | Milwaukee 8. Louisville Cardinals (27-7) | Louisville, Ky. 9. Creighton Bluejays (24-10) | Omaha, Neb. 10. New Mexico Lobos (26-7) | Albuquerque, N.M. 11. San Diego State Aztecs (21-9) | San Diego 11. North Carolina (22-13) | Chapel Hill, N.C. 12. UC San Diego Tritons (30-4) | La Jolla, Calif. 13. Yale Bulldogs (22-7) | New Haven, Conn. 14. Lipscomb Bison (25-9) | Nashville, Tenn. 15. Bryant Bulldogs (23-11) | Smithfield, R.I. 16. Alabama State Hornets (19-15) | Montgomery, Ala. 16. Saint Francis Red Flash (16-17) | Loretto, Pa.
And the distances those teams have traveled to their first games:
Typically, a No. 1 seed gets a regional advance. And Auburn’s NCAA Tournament path isn’t too arduous — a trip to familiar Lexington, Ky., home of fellow SECer Kentucky, and a potential regional in Atlanta, less than two hours from Auburn’s campus.
But the Tigers’ potential second-round opponent has it even easier. Louisville will travel 70 miles to Lexington, staying in the state for its first NCAA Tournament game since 2019. The Cardinals have lost eight in a row in Rupp Arena, though, last beating Kentucky there in 2008.
Meanwhile, Michigan, New Mexico, Yale and San Diego State all traveled more than 1,000 miles for their first games.
East Region
1. Duke Blue Devils | Durham, N.C. 2. Alabama Crimson Tide | Tuscaloosa, Ala. 3. Wisconsin Badgers | Madison, Wis. 4. Arizona Wildcats | Tucson, Ariz. 5. Oregon Ducks | Eugene, Ore. 6. BYU Cougars | Provo, Utah 7. Saint Mary’s Gaels | Moraga, Calif. 8. Mississippi State Bulldogs | Starkville, Miss. 9. Baylor Bears | Waco, Texas 10. Vanderbilt Commodores | Nashville, Tenn. 11. VCU Rams | Richmond, Va. 12. Liberty Flames | Lynchburg, Va. 13. Akron Zips | Akron, Ohio 14. Montana Grizzlies | Missoula, Mont. 15. Robert Morris Colonials | Moon Township, Pa. 16. American Eagles | Washington, D.C. 16. Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers | Emmitsburg, Md.
And the distances those teams have traveled to their first games:
Duke has the shortest trip of any team in the tournament to its first-round game, going just 18 miles to the Lenovo Center in Raleigh to play either American or Mount St. Mary’s. The Blue Devils will stay in the Eastern time zone if they reach the Sweet 16, as the East Regional will be in Newark, N.J.
No. 15 seed Robert Morris also has a travel advantage against second-seeded Alabama. And there’s a 2,028-mile difference in travel to Seattle between No. 5 Oregon and No. 12 Liberty.
Midwest Region
1. Houston Cougars | Houston 2. Tennessee Volunteers | Knoxville, Tenn. 3. Kentucky Wildcats | Lexington, Ky. 4. Purdue Boilermakers | West Lafayette, Ind. 5. Clemson Tigers | Clemson, S.C. 6. Illinois Fighting Illini | Champaign, Ill. 7. UCLA Bruins | Los Angeles 8. Gonzaga Bulldogs | Spokane, Wash. 9. Georgia Bulldogs | Athens, Ga. 10. Utah State Aggies | Logan, Utah 11. Texas Longhorns | Austin, Texas 11. Xavier Musketeers | Cincinnati 12. McNeese Cowboys | Lake Charles, La. 13. High Point Panthers | High Point, N.C. 14. Troy Trojans | Troy, Ala. 15. Wofford Terriers | Spartanburg, S.C. 16. SIU Edwardsville Cougars | Edwardsville, Ill.
And the distances those teams have traveled to their first games:
No. 7 UCLA is used to travel. The Bruins spent their first Big Ten season traveling from Los Angeles to places like Piscataway, N.J., College Park, Md., and West Lafayette, Ind. So another nearly 2,000-mile trip to Lexington is fitting.
None of the four teams heading to Providence in this quadrant have a simple trip for fans. Purdue, High Point, Clemson and McNeese are all at least 600 miles from Amica Mutual Pavilion.
West Region
1. Florida Gators | Gainesville, Fla. 2. St. John’s Red Storm | Jamaica, N.Y. 3. Texas Tech Red Raiders | Lubbock, Texas 4. Maryland Terrapins | College Park, Md. 5. Memphis Tigers | Memphis, Tenn. 6. Missouri Tigers | Columbia, Mo. 7. Kansas Jayhawks | Lawrence, Kan. 8. UConn Huskies | Storrs, Conn. 9. Oklahoma Sooners | Norman, Okla. 10. Arkansas Razorbacks | Fayetteville, Ark. 11. Drake Bulldogs | Des Moines, Iowa 12. Colorado State Rams | Fort Collins, Colo. 13. Grand Canyon Antelopes | Phoenix 14. UNC Wilmington Seahawks | Wilmington, N.C. 15. Omaha Mavericks | Omaha, Neb. 16. Norfolk State Spartans | Norfolk, Va.
And the distances those teams have traveled to their first games:
No. 2 St. John’s opens its tournament with an easy jaunt — it’s a short drive from New York to Providence. Not so much for No. 15 Omaha. Or Kansas and Arkansas, the Red Storm’s prospective second-round opponents.
At 2,324 miles, No. 4 Maryland has the longest first-round trip of any team in the tournament.
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