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Posted by BenchMark Website Design | Sep 28th, 2023 |

North Carolina Law Update – Progress Toward Increased Mandatory Coverage Limits

North Carolina’s legislature has made amazing progress toward enacting new laws that will increase the insurance available to fund injury claims for NC crash victims. North Carolina drivers are required to carry liability insurance, which pays the victim if the insured driver causes a collision. The current mandatory coverage limits have not been increased in…



Posted by BenchMark Website Design | Jul 25th, 2022 |

Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

If your loved one is in a nursing home in North Carolina, then you should check on their well-being regularly. It is crucial for you to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse and neglect. In some cases, these signs and symptoms are visible, but that is not always the…


Posted by BenchMark Website Design | Apr 15th, 2022 |

[Study] The Deadliest Roads in North Carolina

  Motor vehicle collisions are consistently among the leading causes of death and injury in North Carolina.  While a fatal collision can occur at any point on the state’s road network, are there areas where motorists are at higher risk?  If so, where are the deadliest places on North Carolina roads? Working with the data…


Posted by | Oct 24th, 2021 |

Can a Car Accident Cause PTSD?

Vehicle accidents are traumatic events, and they can significantly affect those involved. Most commonly, people think about visible traumatic injuries that occur after a vehicle accident happens. However, what about the unseen injuries that drivers and passengers sustain as a result of the accident? Did you know that vehicle accidents are a leading cause of…


Posted by | Oct 22nd, 2021 |

Your Guide to Motorcycle Insurance in North Carolina

There are plenty of motorcycle enthusiasts throughout the state of North Carolina. Part of owning and operating a motorcycle is ensuring that the motorcycle is properly insured. Here, we want to discuss laws in North Carolina specifically related to insurance requirements for motorcycles. It is crucial for every motorcycle operator to carry the correct types…


Posted by | Oct 17th, 2021 |

Do You Have To Report Minor Accidents In North Carolina?

If you or somebody you care about is involved in a vehicle accident in North Carolina, we need to know whether or not you have to report the incident to law enforcement officials. It is generally safe to assume that most vehicle accidents have to be reported, so calling 911 to report an incident, even…


Posted by | Oct 15th, 2021 |

What To Do If You’re Paid Under The Table And Get Hurt At Work

Any person who sustains an injury on the job in North Carolina should be able to recover workers’ compensation insurance for their injuries. However, what happens if you are paid under the table and are not officially an “employee” when you sustain a workplace injury? You may not think you can recover compensation for your…