When the fight feels unfair, having the right lawyer matters. If someone else's negligence has turned your life upside down, The Bishop Law Firm helps injured clients in Winston-Salem recover all the compensation North Carolina law allows.
Since 2013, The Bishop Law Firm has been a contingency-fee law firm, which means we do not get paid unless you win (no upfront fees). Give us a call today at (919) 615-3095 for a free case review, or start your free case review online now.
Types of Claims We Handle
Unfortunately, injured victims can be harmed in many ways due to others' negligence.
Our firm can help with:
– If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident through no fault of your own, you need to be reimbursed for your losses. Unfortunately, car accidents today can be caused by distracted drivers who are texting and driving. Being hit head-on, rear-ended, or T-boned can leave you with serious injuries that require expensive medical treatment. In NC, the at-fault party is responsible for your medical expenses, missed time from work, and pain & suffering. But what if the at-fault party’s does not want to pay?
– Cars never win against big trucks in an accident. Being hit by an 18-wheeler can leave you or your loved one with catastrophic injuries that can easily deplete any money you have saved and leave your family in debt for years to come. You should not have to pay twice for someone else’s negligence.
– Motorcyclists have no protection against cars or the road. Car vs. motorcycle accidents can result in severe injuries, including traumatic brain injuries. The real effects of a TBI may not be felt or noticed immediately. What if you need more after your has settled?
Pedestrian vs. – Being hit by a car can destroy your body and have long-term implications for the rest of your life. You need to ensure all your medical treatment, or your inability to work, is covered in your settlement, past, present, and future.
“I highly recommend Attorney Kimberly Bishop and their team. After I was injured in an accident, they guided me through every step of the legal process with professionalism, compassion, and excellent communication. I am grateful for their hard work and would definitely recommend them. The settlement exceeded my expectations. My best interests were their priority.”
— Lori A.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Client experience may vary.
Cases – A lost life can never be replaced. Losing a spouse, child, or sibling because of someone else’s negligence is devastating. You need time to focus on saying good-bye, not dealing with the at-fault party’s . A can help you avoid extra stress during an already stressful time.
Work Cases – If you have been hurt on the job, even after being a faithful, long-serving employee, your employer can deny your workplace injury claim or refuse to pay for that you need. NC Workers Compensation claims are handled by the North Carolina Industrial Commission (NCIC).
Dog Bite/Attack Cases – Some breeds are just more aggressive and territorial. Unfortunately, some homeowners' insurance policies exclude certain dog breeds. How do you find out if your is covered?
Premise Cases – Slip and Falls can be difficult to prove because not only does the negligence have to be present, but it also has to be the proximate cause of your . Premises Liability cases rely heavily on the facts of your injury.
Social Security Disability - Being unable to work due to illness can be a devastating realization, and an injury can result in permanent disability. Having a Social Security Disability attorney on your side can assist by knowing what information SSA uses to determine disability.
North Carolina
Contributory Negligence
North Carolina is a contributory negligence state. This means that you must not be at fault (even 1%) to recover for your (but see The Last Clear Chance Doctrine).
North Carolina Statute of Limitations
There are also time limits (Statute of Limitations ) on how long injury victims have to file a civil lawsuit. The time limits are different for different types of cases, but, in general, you have three (3) years from the date of the .
Please note that filing a claim with the is different than pursuing litigation on your case.
You must file a complaint in the county of before the time limit runs out if you are unable to obtain adequate from the .
You may have other claims as well.
If you were injured while working, you may also have a Winston-Salem Workers' Compensation claim. Workers’ Comp is governed by the North Carolina Industrial Commission.
The Bishop also handles cases in Winston-Salem.
Unfortunately, a personal injury can cause lifelong disability. For serious injuries that affect a victim's ability to work, we offer Social Security Disability claims presentation services in Winston-Salem, NC.
Read: Winston-Salem Social Security Disability Lawyer and NC Personal Injury vs Workers Compensation
What can you recover?
, lost income, and pain & suffering (emotional trauma) are some of the types of recovery that you can receive from your case.
According to North Carolina , the at-fault party is responsible for compensating you for your -related medical bills. If you miss time from work, the at-fault party should also pay your lost wages.
Pain & suffering can be difficult to calculate. It would naturally follow that the greater your medical expenses, the greater your suffering, but that is not always the case. A personal injury attorney can help with calculating your pain & suffering damages. In our experience, photographs of injuries can be immensely helpful.
Read: Ways to Prove Pain and Suffering Damages and Why Medical Treatment Matters in North Carolina Injury & Disability Cases.
Settle or Go to Trial?
If the at-fault party or their insurance carrier is not willing to cover all your expenses and compensate you for pain & suffering, should you still accept the offer? What about future related to the ? There are no easy answers to these questions.
If you were injured in Winston-Salem, NC, your case will be heard in Forsyth County Superior or District Court. Do you know the average Winston-Salem jury award in a personal injury litigation case like yours? Is this number higher or lower than your offer? What are the chances of losing at trial? Is your willing to go to trial if the insurance offer is unfair? These questions should be discussed with your before any offer is accepted.
At The Bishop , our personal injury lawyers know the strategies insurance companies and defense attorneys use. At The Bishop , we believe that decisions to settle or go to trial should be made on a -by- basis.
One size does not fit all when it comes to getting fair for your .
Read: NC Personal Injury – Settle or Go To Trial?
Next Steps
- Seek medical treatment as soon as possible after your personal injury.
- Give us a call at (919) 615-3095 or start online now!
- Our Personal Injury Attorneys need to know some things from you to get started:
- Date of the , and if you have a copy of the report
- How and where the happened
- Hospital visits and any subsequent
- Name of the at-fault party and their
- Your employer’s name, job title, etc.
- If you have health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid
- You need to take photos of your injuries, vehicle, passenger’s injuries, and the scene (if possible).
- Continue receiving medical treatment for your injuries if necessary, and follow medical advice!
- If you are missing work, write down the days you are missing and how much your pay was on those days
- AVOID SOCIAL MEDIA
Frequently asked questions
- What is the statute of limitations in NC for personal Injury? The time limits are different for different types of NC cases, but, in general, you have three (3) years from the date of the .
- How long after a fall can you make a claim? In NC, you have three years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Filing a claim with an insurance company should be done as soon as possible after the fall.
- What percentage do most injury lawyers take? Our contingent fee law firm charges 33.33% for representing car accident victims. This means we are paid solely on the amount of money we recover for our clients. If we do not recover for our clients, we do not get paid.
- What if you can’t afford a lawyer for a personal injury case? The Bishop Law Firm is a contingent-fee law firm, which means we are paid from your settlement, so there are no retainer fees or upfront costs. If you decide not to hire a lawyer because you don’t want to pay a lawyer, you will have to deal with the insurance company alone.
- How much is a settlement for a slip and fall? The amount of settlement depends on the circumstances of the slip and fall, as well as the severity of your injuries. A fall that results in a broken leg will be valued differently from a fall that only results in bruising.
- How much will my Winston-Salem car accident injury settlement be? Every case is different. Settlement value depends on liability, insurance coverage, the severity of your injuries, medical treatment, lost wages, and how the injuries affect your life. Learn more: How much will my car accident injury settlement be?
Do you need a Winston-Salem Personal Injury Attorney?
NC can help you attain the maximum recovery for your under North Carolina .
If you were injured in Winston-Salem or anywhere in Forsyth County, The Bishop Law Firm is ready to help you pursue the compensation North Carolina law allows.
Do not expect the at-fault party, , or their to inform you of all the recovery you are entitled to. Their goal will be to pay you as little (preferably nothing) as possible.
The Bishop Law Firm does not get paid unless we win your case, and we are only paid a percentage of the amount you recover. This means that we are motivated to help you attain fair compensation.
We are proud members of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. We also offer free case reviews, (919) 615-3095, or start your free case review online now.
Also read: North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyer
