Raleigh Personal Injury Attorney

People injured in Raleigh because of another party’s negligence deserve compensation for the many hardships they face on the road to recovery. At Nagle & Associates, P.A., we fight tirelessly to get clients every single penny that they deserve. Call (919) 433-0035 or contact us online to learn more about your legal options in a free and honest consultation.

Why Nagle & Associates, P.A. is Right For You

Our team is markedly familiar with the tactics of the insurance companies that represent negligent parties. Carl Nagle, our firm’s founder, has previously worked as an insurance claims adjuster and defense attorney and can offer valuable insider perspective when approaching your case.

We know what type of medical evidence your case requires to be successful and will put in the time to obtain the most favorable possible outcome.
We have recovered more than $500 million on behalf of personal injury victims in North Carolina.
We offer skilled representation at a much lower fee than the industry standard.

We Will Come to Your Home, Office, or Even the Hospital to Meet With You

Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer

Personal injury victims have the ability to file a claim on their own, but their chances of success and recovering fair compensation dramatically increase with professional representation. A personal injury lawyer can bring vital experience and resources to a case that goes beyond what claimants have on their own. If you have been hurt, a Raleigh personal injury attorney will:

Accurately evaluate your claim and assess its worth.
Collect evidence to determine liable parties and prove fault.
Deal with the insurance companies on your behalf while protecting your rights.
Ensure you receive the proper medical treatment.
Gather and organize medical records and invoices to prove your injuries.
Hold insurance companies and at-fault parties accountable for paying the compensation you deserve.
Skillfully negotiate with the liable parties.
Handle every aspect of your claim and take the case to court, if needed.

Insurance companies will have a team of attorneys on their side that may attempt to minimize your injuries and place blame for the accident on you. Many actions can be taken to help protect your rights. When your health and future are at risk, you need an attorney who regularly litigates complex cases against insurance companies, corporations, and governmental agencies.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

As your dedicated injury attorneys, we dedicate our practice to claims deriving from motor vehicle accidents. Our services include the following:

Car Accidents

Car accidents are the number one cause of personal injury in the U.S. There are approximately six million collisions every year that result in three million injuries. If you have been injured in a car accident, we can help you recover compensation from the at-fault driver.

Truck Accidents

Collisions between large commercial trucks — tractor-trailers, semis, tanker trucks, and other “big rigs” — and passenger cars are typically much more serious than other types of crashes. Pursuing a personal injury claim or wrongful death case involving a commercial motor vehicle accident requires a serious investment of time and resources.

Motorcycle Accidents

Serious motorcycle collisions often leave people struggling with substantial financial expenses combined with physical and emotional pain and other struggles. When you are injured in a motorcycle crash, you should have strong legal advocates by your side.

Bicycle Accidents

If you were hurt in an accident on your bicycle, you’re likely facing medical bills and other costs, such as lost wages from having to miss work. If you did not cause your accident, you shouldn’t have to bear the expenses. A Raleigh bicycle accident lawyer can help.

Pedestrian Accidents

In any scenario that involves a collision between a moving vehicle and a person on foot, that walker is afforded no protection from the impact. Our Raleigh pedestrian accident attorneys provide aggressive and compassionate representation to people who have been harmed in these circumstances.

Public Transportation Accidents

Because of the sheer size of public transportation vehicles and the number of people who use them, accidents often have devastating results.

Drunk Driving Accidents

A drunk and reckless driver must be held accountable for their negligent actions, and we can help you seek damages to address the losses and hardships associated with the collision.

Rideshare Accidents

Ridesharing is not without risks. Since rideshare drivers are contracted employees, a lot of questions come up after Uber or Lyft accidents.

Uninsured / Underinsured Driver Accidents

If you have suffered severe injuries in a motor vehicle accident caused by an uninsured or underinsured driver, we will help you seek compensation to recoup your losses.

Distracted Driving Accidents

Driver inattention is one of the leading causes of car accidents across the country. We will conduct a thorough and independent investigation and retain expert witnesses if necessary. For example, an accident reconstructionist who can prepare a report that confirms the accident occurred the way you said it did.

Work Zone Accidents

There are unique issues and laws regarding how a work zone is set up and how motorists are to drive through them. For these reasons, a construction zone accident claim can be complicated without representation.

Wrongful Death

The sudden and untimely death of a loved one can cause immeasurable grief. At Nagle & Associates, P.A., we’re attentive to the emotional needs of individuals and families who’ve suffered such a loss and make every effort to obtain maximum compensation and hold accountable those responsible.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Personal Injury in Raleigh?

Any individual or entity at fault for your personal injury accident can be liable. The first step to holding a party accountable is identifying the one or multiple parties who are responsible. This can be done by a personal injury lawyer who will conduct an independent investigation into your accident.

All personal injury cases rely on the theory of negligence. Negligence is when a person’s failure to act, or carelessness, causes another harm. Your attorney will look for evidence that demonstrates a party was negligent and, therefore, is liable. The following four elements are required to prove negligence:

The at-fault party owed you a duty of care.
The at-fault party breached his or her duty of care.
The breach of care directly caused your injuries.
You suffered actual or financial losses from these injuries.

Depending on the circumstances of your case, the at-fault party may be another driver, a corporation, or even a government agency.

What Damages Can I Recover in a Raleigh Personal Injury Case?

After filing a personal injury lawsuit, the amount of compensation you can obtain will vary depending on your injury severity and specific losses. Raleigh personal injury claims generally include damages for:

Medical Expenses: Emergency care, surgery, hospitalizations, rehabilitation, in-home care, prescription medications, any other costs for medical care and future treatment. Lawyers may call on a medical expert to explain the extent of your injuries, the time you need to recover, and permanent disabilities.
Lost Income: Any lost wages from being unable to work. Your attorney may gather your pay stubs or tax records that explain how much compensation you were expected to make.
Diminished Earning Capacity: Also known as lost earning potential, speaks to the difference between what you can earn now and what you should have earned if you were not injured.
Pain and Suffering: Compensation for any pain, discomfort, or loss of motor control. In some instances, the physical pain never stops, or you cannot enjoy the lifestyle to which you were accustomed.
Emotional Distress: The anxiety, depression, and other mental conditions brought on by the accident. Intensive counseling and significant lifestyle changes are often required to recover this type of compensation.
Punitive Damages: If there is evidence of malice, oppression, or fraud. However, these damages are rarely awarded.

The goal of a personal injury lawsuit is to provide a victim with sufficient compensation for their injuries and to fully cover their other losses.

How Much is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?

It is impossible to accurately predict how much compensation you will receive from your personal injury case, but there are certain guidelines that can be used to estimate its value.

Liability and Strength of the Case

Liability is the legal term for fault. If there is strong evidence to support your claim that another party is liable, it can dramatically increase the value of your claim. On the other hand, if there is minimal evidence of another party’s liability or you were mainly to blame, your claim will not be worth pursuing.

Damages

Damages are intended to put victims back into the same place or condition they were in before an accident. They directly impact a personal injury case’s worth since the more severe your injuries and other losses, the more value is added to your claim. There is no claim without injuries or financial losses. Physical or bodily injury is what is most commonly associated with the term “personal injury.” It includes all types of illness, disability, or bodily damage caused or exacerbated by another party’s negligence. The majority of personal injury cases involve some kind of minor to catastrophic injury. However, the court will also consider the following:

Are any of these injuries pre-existing, and if so, were they made worse?
Are any of the injuries permanent?
Amount, type, and cost of medical care you have received.
Amount, type, and cost of medical care you will need in the future.
Are there any gaps in treatment, and if so, why?
Lost wages
When will you be able to return to work?
Any restrictions on daily life activities
How has your life been impacted?
Has your spouse suffered?
Have your children suffered?

Causation

It is not enough to assert that you deserve compensation for an injury. There must be documentation to prove your injuries are directly related to your personal injury accident caused by the at-fault party. If you did not seek medical care immediately following the accident, the insurance company can fight causation by alleging your injury was a pre-existing condition or not caused by the accident.

No matter how much your case is worth, the personal injury attorneys at Nagle & Associates, P.A. will always strive to get you the maximum amount of compensation possible.

North Carolina’s Contributory Negligence Law

North Carolina is one of only a few states that still follow the harsh contributory theory of negligence. This rule means that if you are even one percent at fault, you will be barred from recovering compensation. Insurance companies will be looking for any piece of evidence that shows you were partially to blame for your accident. If they can prove you were at fault as well, you cannot hold another party liable—even if your actions didn’t directly contribute to the cause of the accident.

Statute of Limitations on Injury Claims in Raleigh

Every state has a statute of limitations that limits the amount of time an individual has to file an injury claim. These laws help ensure the legal process moves forward and that evidence is still available and fresh in the minds of witnesses. North Carolina’s statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury for most personal injury claims (N.C. Gen. Stat. section 1-52). Wrongful death claims, on the other hand, are subject to a strict two-year statute of limitations.

When the statute of limitations has run, you will likely be barred from recovering compensation at all. There are certain limited exceptions, for example, when it comes to minors. The three-year statute of limitations will begin to run on the child’s 18th birthday unless they were injured while younger than 12, then they have until the age of 21.

Discuss Your Case with a Skilled Raleigh Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured due to another party’s negligence and considering taking legal action, contact Nagle & Associates, P.A.

All consultations are free and, because we work on a contingency fee basis, you’ll pay nothing unless we win your case. Reach us online or by calling (919) 433-0035 today.