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Have you been injured in an accident? Was someone else (or company) at fault? You may be entitled to compensation in an injury claim or lawsuit, and alawyerWith experience inpersonal injuriesat Riddle and Brantley may be able to help. Call to(910) 889-4064for a free, no-obligation consultation. The consultation is free and you will not pay any attorney fees unless we win your case and you receive compensation.
Riddle & Brantley Wilmington Information Office
2316 S 17th St, Suite 140
Wilmington, NC 28401
Telephone:(910) 889-4064
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Consultations in person by appointment.
Customer service hours
Monday - 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday - 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday - 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday - 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday - 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday - 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Domingo - 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
*USE: Our intake staff is available to answer phone calls and emails during these times, but please note that in-person meetings are only available at our Wilmington office by appointment.
Our injury lawyers handle all types of cases (see list below) and we are ready to help in any way we can. In more than 35 years serving Wilmington, NC and eastern North Carolina, we have reclaimedover $600 million in total compensationfor our valued customers (see disclaimer below). Our attorneys bring more than 220 years of combined legal experience to our clients' cases, and we have helped thousands of injury victims get the justice they deserve.
"Riddle & Brantley found me all the money available from the insurance companies."
-R. Colley, cliente de Riddle & Brantley
Meet Gene Riddle: Over 35 Years Helping the Injured
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Injury Lawyers Ready to Fight for You
Wilmington is the eighth most populous city in North Carolina, with more than 120,000 residents. The city is bordered by some very busy highways, such as I-140, I-40, and US Highways 74, 17, 117, and 421, which contribute to traffic accidents in the area. The freeways in this area are especially busy and dangerous from Memorial Day to Labor Day, when thousands of people visit Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach.Based on NCDOT accident data, in a recent year 16 people died in fatal traffic accidents.
Since 1985, Riddle & Brantley have been serving victims of neglect throughout North Carolina. We know the applicable state and federal laws and will work tirelessly to get you the compensation you need and deserve. When you have been injured in an accident due to someone else's negligence, justice counts. If another person or company is responsible for your injury, you may be entitled to compensation, and an attorney at Riddle & Brantley would love to review your case in afree consultation.
Types of Injury Lawsuits Our Lawyers Handle
- Traffic accidents
- Truck and Tractor Accidents
- motorcycle accidents
- Uber and Lyft accidents
- pedestrian accidents
- hit-and-run accidents
- Accidents bysend text messages tosteering wheel
- Slip and fall accidents
- Dangerous Drug Injuries
- Injuries from defective medical devices
- Dog bites and animal aggressions
- sexual assault
- Work accidents(workers' compensation claims)
- Social Security disability claims and resources
- bicycle accidents
- Abandonment and mistreatment in nursing homes
- wrongful death
With over 220 years of combined legal experience,our lawyersThey believe that justice counts for ALL North Carolinians and we stand ready to help in any way we can.
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"Am I entitled to compensation?"
If you have suffered an injury due to someone else's negligence, you may have a personal injury claim, and you may be entitled to compensation. These claims require the injured party (or their attorney) to prove four important facts:
- Duty- The defendant had a "duty of care" to try to avoid causing injury to the plaintiff
- Breach- The defendant "failed" or violated that duty, causing damage to the plaintiff.
- Causality- It was the defendant's negligence (act or omission) that caused the plaintiff's injury.
- Damages- The plaintiff was harmed by the negligence of the defendant
contributory negligence
However, personal injury lawsuits in North Carolina face an even bigger legal hurdle. To obtain compensation in an injury claim, you must also show that you did not contribute in any way to the accident. This is called the "contributory negligence" rule. In other words, if a defendant can show that you (the victim) were even 1% responsible for the accident and resulting injuries, you will not be able to recover compensation in a claim or lawsuit. North Carolina is one of the few states that have this law.
Fortunately, an attorney at Riddle & Brantley can help overcome the contributory negligence defense, which is often used by insurance companies and defense attorneys to deny liability and avoid paying claims. At Riddle & Brantley, we have successfully defeated countless contributory negligence defenses and are experienced in proving fault. We even have a team of retired law enforcement officers on staff to lead accident investigations, often bringing in outside experts to help prove liability.
What to do after an accident
The first thing to do isCall 911 and seek immediate medical attention.Not only is it important to treat your injuries to ensure your health, safety, and well-being, but your medical history will be crucial in documenting the injuries sustained in the accident and calculating damages. Keep in mind that some injuries may not be immediately apparent in the minutes, hours, or even days after the accident, and it is important to obtain diagnostic testing if you think you may have suffered a "delayed-onset" injury.
After seeking treatment if necessary (follow the recommendations of first responding medical personnel), follow these instructions to protect your legal rights and begin building a potential personal injury claim:
- take photos: Take photos of the entire crash site, paying close attention to the damage and any possible evidence such as debris, skid marks, or road markings. Also be sure to take photos of your injuries and those of anyone else involved.
- talk to the police- Answer the agent's questions honestly and accurately, keeping in mind that anything you say can and will be used against you. After the accident, be sure to get a copy of the police report, which is often important in supporting your case. An attorney at Riddle & Brantley can obtain the accident report or incident report for you in most situations.
- Get contact information for those involved: Collect names, email addresses, and phone numbers of everyone involved in the accident, including the other driver if you've been involved in a traffic accident. Also be sure to identify and collect contact information for potential witnesses. When speaking with the potentially at-fault party, DO NOT apologize or admit fault - the facts and circumstances may not be clear immediately after the accident and it is important that you speak with an attorney first.
- Do not givea recorded statement to the insurance company - We DO NOT recommend that you give a recorded statement to the insurance company without first speaking with an experienced attorney. After an accident, insurance companies have one priority: pay the least compensation possible. Before testifying, consult with your lawyer. What you say can and will be used against you.
- Complete the necessary paperwork- Some injury claims, especially those involving injuries that occurred on the job, require you to file a formal report. To file a workers' compensation claim, for example, you must complete Form 18 and your employer must complete Form 19, filing both with the North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC). If you are concerned that your employer will not file them, you can file Form 18 directly with the NCIC. In cases of slip falls, such as in restaurants or grocery stores, you should request an incident report if possible before you leave, whenever you can.
- Contact a lawyer- you are not required to get a lawyer after your injury, but if you are considering filing a claim or lawsuit, a lawyer can help manage the entire process, saving you time and stress. Most injury attorneys (including those at Riddle and Brantley) work on a contingency basis, which means there is never any cost up front, and you will not pay any attorney fees unless you recover financial compensation. Call to(910) 889-4064today for a free consultation.
Results for our valued clients
Since 1985, the attorneys at Riddle & Brantley have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation for injured North Carolinians (see disclaimer below). We have the experience to hold at-fault parties and insurance companies accountable, with recent victories including:
- $9,450,000 | Truck Accident and Wrongful Death- We represented surviving family members in a heartbreaking case in which a family of four was killed in a horrific tractor-trailer accident. We investigate the accident, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and even citing traffic data from Google Maps. We ultimately determined that multiple parties were responsible for the accident and filed two lawsuits, securing total compensation of $9.45 million in separate settlements.
- $2,750,000 | Auto Accident and Worker's Compensation - Our attorneys filed separate workplace injury and accident lawsuits after our client, a construction worker, was struck by a truck in a construction zone, sustaining serious injuries, including the loss of his right leg below the knee. knee. Although the workers' compensation company did not contest liability, liability was denied by the truck's insurance company, so we filed suit, securing $2.75 million in separate settlements with both the truck's insurer and the workers compensation companies.
- $880,000 | Personal injuries - We fought for justice for a plaintiff who suffered a spinal cord injury after he was shot by the defendant when a firearm was accidentally discharged. The claim was initially denied so our attorneys sued, ultimately obtaining $880,000 when the case settled pretrial.
- $1,250,000 | truck accident- Our client suffered serious injuries in a three-car collision involving a truck. She spent 10 days in the hospital and three weeks in a rehab center. Attorneys Gene Riddle and Adam Smith obtained settlements with three insurance companies totaling $1.25 million, including a Medicare Set Aside fund to protect our client's future benefits.
- $2,750,000 Car accident- Attorney Donald Dunn won a $2.75 million arbitration award on behalf of a client who was injured in a serious car accident. The arbitration award was immediately followed by another $1 million declaratory judgment against the insurance company.
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legal information
Injury cases are filed and tried in the District Court or Superior Court of the North Carolina judicial system. Many cases settle without the need for a trial, but we are prepared to go to court if an agreement cannot be reached. TheNew Hanover County Courthouse(photo below) is located at316 Princess St, Wilmington, NC.
Worker's Compensation Information
Our attorneys can also help with workplace injury claims. The Riddle & Brantley Work Compensation team is led by twoCertified specialistsin Workers' Compensation, attorneys Chris Brantley and Adam Smith. These lawyers have been recognized for their experience and knowledge in processing workplace accident claims.
Workers' compensation hearings are often necessary to obtain benefits for an injured worker. TheIndustrial Commission of CarolinaNorth handles workers' compensation claims. That body settles disputes related to an injury at work, a disease acquired at work (occupational disease) or deaths on the job.
Deputy Commissioner's Hearings are held in various locations in eastern North Carolina, including Greenville, Williamston, Elizabeth City, Tarboro, Wilson, Benson, New Bern, Fayetteville, Burgaw, and Bolivia. The North Carolina Industrial Commission holds Full Commission Hearings in Raleigh, at its offices at 430 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27603.
Social Security Disability Information
If you are seeking benefits through Social Security Disability, our attorneys can help with those claims, too. We can help you file an appeal if your application for SSD benefits has been denied. The Social Security Administration Office is located at 1528 S 16th St, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Call our offices today
The Riddle & Brantley team stands ready to protect your rights. We genuinely care about each person we represent and are committed to providing the highest level of customer service. Call us today at(910) 889-4064so we can talk to you about your case. We would love to help however we can.
In-person consultations are available at our office by appointment only, however free consultations are always available from anywhere via phone, email, text, or video conference. An in-person meeting is not required to start your case. Call to(910) 889-4064today for a FREE, no-obligation consultation. If you prefer, you can also fill in the convenient form below.
Don't wait - the longer you wait to contact an attorney at Riddle & Brantley, the more difficult it can be to win your case and recover the compensation you need and deserve.
"I would not have won my case without the help of my team at Riddle & Brantley."
-JohnS., client of Riddle & Brantley
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*** Disclaimer:The results mentioned are intended to illustrate the type of cases handled by the firm. These results do not guarantee a similar result, and should not be construed as a promise or guarantee of a particular result in any particular case. Every case is different, and the outcome of any case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case.
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