Practice Areas

Bankruptcy

Medical expenses, a job loss or even costs incurred from a personal injury accident can quickly cause your financial situation to spiral out of control. If you are overwhelmed with debt, you may have been tempted to take out a loan or use your credit cards as a crutch. Unfortunately, these Band-Aid-type solutions could ultimately put you deeper in debt.

Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, is committed to helping you break that cycle. For more than 50 years, our legal team has delivered highly skilled representation to individuals throughout Southside Virginia. We offer a compassionate approach with sound judgment to help our clients obtain a fresh start.

Contact our law firm today to meet with an experienced Danville consumer bankruptcy attorney. Our bankruptcy attorneys serving clients in the counties of Pittsylvania, Halifax and Henry and the cities of Danville and Martinsville. During an initial consultation, we will help you determine if filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is right for you.

If you are overwhelmed with unmanageable levels of unsecured debt, Chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy might be the right solution. Chapter 7 bankruptcy, known as asset liquidation, is designed to help consumers gain a fresh start through eliminating individuals’ unsecured debts, including credit card bills and medical expenses.

To qualify, individuals must pass a means test, which measures individuals’ income level to their debt ratio. Chapter 7 bankruptcy will force creditors to stop calling you and will temporarily put an end to repossessions and foreclosure proceedings. Once you obtain debt relief through consumer bankruptcy, you will gain a fresh start and can start rebuilding your credit.

Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a valuable option for individuals and families with a steady income, yet buried with unmanageable levels of debt. If you have a significant amount of assets you would like to maintain, we will help you determine if Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the right solution for you.

Families and individuals who qualify for debt relief through Chapter 13 can pay back some of their debts gradually based on a repayment plan. When you select our law firm, our legal team will help you develop a realistic repayment plan that will be approved by a bankruptcy court judge. After three to five years, any remaining debts will be eliminated. We will guide you through the legal process to help secure your legal rights. 

If you are consumed with debt, gaining a fresh start is not out of reach. Contact our law firm today to schedule a consultation with a highly skilled Danville consumer bankruptcy lawyer. We will help you determine if Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the right solution for you.

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Counsel to Small Business

Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, represents small- and medium-sized businesses throughout Southside Virginia. We serve as small business legal counselors during the entire life of a business entity — from formation through the daily business operations and on to any legal conflicts or eventual exit from the business, whether through succession planning, dissolution of a partnership or the sale of the business to another owner.

Our business clients rely on us for practical and strategic advice for many business-related matters:

  • How to respond to a breach of contract dispute
  • Whether to form a corporation, an LLC, a non-profit or a partnership when starting a business (entity selection)
  • Analyzing whether an offer for business sale or purchase is acceptable

A business is as strong as its people are; a business is also as strong as its contracts are. Carter Craig‘s lawyers take professional pride in the ability of our attorneys to draft and negotiate strong business contracts to cover a wide variety of business transactions:

  • Corporate formation documents
  • Business purchase contracts
  • Commercial leases
  • Distribution and sale contracts
  • Covenants not to compete
  • Confidentiality agreements
  • Business sale agreements

Any contract can be breached or broken, no matter how well it is written. If one party to a business agreement chooses to not comply with its terms, the breach of contract may be inevitable. However, money damages are usually available to the non-breaching party.

Carter Craig‘s business law attorneys advise our business clients on a wide variety of matters involving breaches of contract. While we are skilled negotiators, we have the aggressive litigation skills necessary to protect our clients’ interests in court.

Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, is committed to helping entrepreneurs and business professionals turn their vision into a successful business venture. We offer a collaborative approach focused on understanding your current and long-term goals. Our top priority is to help you attain your business goals with cost-effective representation.

In 1954, our law firm was established to deliver high-caliber legal services to individuals and businesses throughout Southside Virginia. Put our experience and legal skills to work for you. Contact our law firm today to schedule a consultation at our law office in Danville, Virginia. We will avoid speaking in “legalese” to effectively get at the root of your business law needs.

Our law firm is committed to providing small and medium-size businesses with a cost-effective alternative to hiring in-house counsel. We draw upon our years of experience and legal skills to establish business entities focused on yielding the best return on investment. We make this happen by making no assumptions and working with you to understand your vision and appetite for risk.

Our business formation attorneys are available to help you identify the type of business entity best suited for you by asking a variety of questions, such as:

  • What will be your business’ liability limits?
  • What is your tolerance for risk?
  • How do you define your customers?
  • Will business be conducted overseas?
  • Where will the corporate office be located?
  • What are the roles of your co-owners and investors?

We offer a detailed approach to help you understand the advantages and drawbacks of organizing your business as a limited liability company (LLC), a partnership, as well as a C-corp, S-corp or LLS entity. Our business formation lawyers are also available to develop comprehensive contracts targeted at protecting business leaders from potential legal and financial implications.

Entrust our law firm to turn your vision into a business entity. Our law firm’s business formation attorneys offer convenient consultations at our law office in Danville, Virginia. 

Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, handles foreclosures, commercial collections and the enforcement of creditors’ rights for businesses throughout Southside Virginia and northern North Carolina. Our law firm was founded in 1954, and over the course of 65-plus years, our business law attorneys have worked to maintain a deserved reputation as dedicated and resourceful advocates for our commercial clients. We represent banks and other lenders in foreclosures and commercial creditors in bankruptcy actions.

The skills required to successfully represent a lender or business in a commercial collection proceeding are similar regardless of whether the proceeding is a foreclosure, bankruptcy, collection or enforcement of a judgment or lien. Over the years, our experienced attorneys have developed considerable knowledge in the art and science of tracking assets and using ethical strategies to enforce the rights of our clients against their borrowers.

Our clients include small businesses, banks, credit unions and individuals. We have extensive experience with a wide range of collections scenarios — from small, unsecured amounts to multi-million dollar accounts involving complex collateralization methods. We also have experience assisting banks and other lenders with enforcement actions, and we represent creditors in bankruptcy court.

Carter Craig provides efficient and effective legal services to enforce creditors’ rights on behalf of our clients in the financial services and other business fields. We are available for consultation or to step in immediately to represent a client’s interests in a foreclosure, bankruptcy or other proceedings.

A law firm in continuous business for more than 65 years must be doing something right. Immediate and confidential consultations are available to answer your business law questions.

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Personal Injury

The personal injury lawyers at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, are well-known in the local legal community as personal injury attorneys with a long track record of success. We have successfully obtained high settlements and jury verdicts for our clients for serious and disabling injuries.

Unlike the firms that advertise on TV, we are right here in Danville. You work directly with our experienced trial lawyer, Stephen Bass. And unlike many of those big personal injury firms, we still try cases. We are prepared to take your case to a jury if necessary to hold the negligent parties accountable for your full compensation.

Our firm has built its successful reputation on handling particularly complex and serious personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits:

  • Automobile accidents, including distracted driver or drunk driving accidents
  • Tractor-trailer collisions caused by fatigued truck drivers or trucking company negligence
  • Injuries suffers by motorcycle and ATV riders
  • Work-related injuries caused by negligence of a third-party (in addition to workers’ compensation benefits)
  • Medical malpractice like a misdiagnosis or medication error
  • Injuries from defective or dangerous products like poorly manufactured car parts

Our litigators are well versed in the medical issues and the value of serious or permanent injuries. We work with doctors, physical therapists, mental health counselors, life care planners and other professionals to ensure that compensation covers your financial losses, loss of earning capacity, future medical care, any permanent disability or disfigurement, and the victim’s pain and suffering.

Although we cannot guarantee a particular result in your case, our attorneys have obtained several million-dollar-plus verdicts and settlements, including:

  • $4.5 million settlement for a brain injury
  • $4.5 million settlement for paralysis
  • $2.5 million wrongful death verdict involving an automobile and tractor-trailer collision.
    Our firm also has experience with muscle strains, whiplash, sprained ankles, sprained wrists and pulled muscles. A soft tissue injury may seem less-complex medically than a serious brain or spinal cord injury. Even so, injuries to joints and soft tissues are frequently undercompensated because they may lead to further pain and suffering down the road and are often hard to diagnose. We will pursue compensation for you just as aggressively as we do for our clients with catastrophic injuries.

If you have been hurt because of someone else’s negligence — a driver, a doctor, a property owner or manufacturer — you absolutely can benefit from an attorney on your side. Proving liability and recovering full compensation can be complicated, especially if the insurance companies know that you do not have legal representation.

At the Danville, Virginia, firm of Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, our attorneys have spent their entire careers guiding injury victims and their families through the personal injury process. We have recovered tens of millions of dollars for our clients, including some of the largest verdicts and settlements in Southside Virginia. We can put that experience and track record to use for you. 

Personal injury cases are complex, and a claim for serious injuries or wrongful death can take a great investment of time and money. When you obtain legal representation, you can rely on your lawyer to do all of this complex work, while you focus on your recovery.

Your lawyer can:

  • Speak to insurance adjusters on your behalf to ensure your rights are secure
  • Work with experts to conduct an investigation into the cause of your accident and prove negligence
  • Secure evidence and speak to witnesses to craft a compelling case for liability
  • Work with your doctors to ensure you have supporting documentation of your injuries
  • Negotiate on your behalf or fight for you at trial when necessary

 

Insurance companies rely on people like you not being aware of your legal rights after an accident. With a personal injury lawyer in your corner, you will send a message that you intend to secure the compensation you deserve. We will make sure you are treated with respect. When you need compensation for your medical bills and lost wages, do not compromise on securing quality representation. We are one of the Danville region’s premier personal injury firms because our lawyers know how to get results. 

The aftermath of an accident is an extremely confusing time. However, it is important that you take a few important steps to protect your rights and interests if you think you will want to seek personal injury compensation.

Take these steps to protect your rights and help your legal case:

If you are in a car accident, you should report the accident to the police and give an official statement. Provide as much detail as possible. You should also report your accident to your insurance company. Having an official record of the accident will be useful if you do file a lawsuit.

Even if you think you are not hurt, you should seek medical attention, either at the scene or from your doctor soon after. Our firm has represented numerous people who thought they were unhurt, only to have injuries slowly reveal themselves days or weeks later. When you go to a doctor, you will have proper evidence of your injuries and their severity that will be essential in determining the value of your claim.

If you have a smartphone or cellphone with a camera, and you are able, you should try to take pictures of the accident scene. This will include any injuries or damage to the vehicles and any skid marks, a hazard that caused you to slip and fall or a defective device that caused you harm. Additionally, if there were any witnesses, try to get their names and contact information. Accident scenes are not preserved indefinitely, so gathering this information is important.

A personal injury attorney like one at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, can evaluate your case and help you determine the best way to proceed. Additionally, your attorney will also speak to the insurance adjusters on your behalf to protect your rights and options. It is important to do this step quickly, so your attorney can get to work on starting an investigation. If you wait too long, evidence can be lost and witnesses can forget, which can weaken your case.

Far too many people these days harm their cases by sharing too much information on social media. Insurance companies now have people looking closely at all of your accounts to look for anything that could damage your claim or your credibility. Do not give them this opportunity.

From this point, you can let us handle the rest. To learn more about how we can help, schedule your free consultation at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, of Danville, Virginia, by sending us an email or by calling or . You will owe no fees if we cannot recover compensation for you.

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One of the first questions that people always ask our attorneys at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, is how much money will they receive for their injuries. The short answer is: it depends. There are many factors at play in a personal injury case that ultimately will decide how much compensation you recover.

When you come to our office in Danville, Virginia, for your free initial consultation, we will take the time to get to know you and the details of your case. This will give us a better idea of the type of case you have.

The most common questions that we seek answers to in order to determine a fair amount of compensation that you deserve include:

  • How extensive are your injuries? Will you require long-term care or future surgeries?
  • If you were hurt in a car accident, was the driver drunk or acting recklessly?
  • How long will you have to miss work?
  • What type of insurance coverage does the negligent party have?
  • What other sources of payment may be available to help you?
  • Are you experiencing any long-term effects, such as anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder?
  • If you lost a loved one, were they the breadwinner for the family? How much did the funeral cost?

While these are all important, the other factor that will have the biggest effect on the compensation you recover is who your lawyer is. At Carter Craig, we are trial lawyers, which means we start preparing for trial on day one. That sends a message to the insurance companies that you intend to pursue the compensation that you think you deserve.

In many cases, we have leveraged our trial readiness and track record into securing favorable settlements for our clients. A firm that operates on securing settlements as quickly as possible will not go to the same lengths to help you, and it may affect the sum you recover.

To work with attorneys who will look for every source of compensation available to you and work hard to ensure you have the money for your present and long-term needs, contact us today. If we do not win, you will owe no fees.

After an accident, you may hear from an insurance adjuster who represents the negligent party. They may even offer you a quick settlement, telling you that “this is the only time you will hear” from them or “this is the best offer you will receive.”

Insurance companies count on accident victims not knowing their rights in situations like these. However, if you talk to an experienced personal injury attorney about your case, you may find out that you could eventually receive much more. At the Danville, Virginia, law firm of Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, we can help you think through your options before you make any decisions that will have such as a large effect on your life.

We understand how stressful the legal system can seem. Some people feel guilt over filing a lawsuit. However, if you accept an early settlement, you will be closing the door on pursuing any future compensation for these injuries if they get worse over time. For example, you could need additional surgeries or physical therapy months later that you will have to cover yourself.

Our attorneys will never advise you to accept an early settlement if it is not in your best interest.

We will first thoroughly investigate your accident to determine what went wrong and work with your doctor and medical experts to determine the severity of your injuries and their future costs. We will help you pursue the compensation that you truly need and deserve. 

Before you sign anything and forfeit any of your rights, talk to our lawyers at a free consultation. Located in downtown Danville, we meet with clients across Southside Virginia and northern North Carolina, often traveling to meet them when necessary. You will owe no fees if we do not secure compensation for you.

Nearly everyone’s biggest worry after they get into an accident is how much it will cost. One of the biggest costs is always medical bills, especially if the injuries are serious. Because of this, many people try to “tough it out.”

However, if your injuries get worse over time, it may already be too late to seek the compensation that you could have secured to help cover your medical bills. At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, this is one of the biggest mistakes that we see people make.

When you come to our office in Danville, Virginia, one important piece of information we will always want is medical records related to your accident. Being able to prove your injuries and the severity of them is one of the most important parts of any personal injury claim.

We have seen too many situations where someone thinks they are fine, only to experience extreme pain and suffering days or weeks later. Muscle strains, broken bones and other injuries can reveal themselves over time. Seeing a doctor will ensure you are doing everything you can to aid in your recovery.

When you do not go to the doctor, the defense will be able to argue that your injuries are not that serious or that they do not even exist. This will do serious harm to your case.

As your lawyers, we will review all of the coverage available to you that you may not even be aware you had. This could include some medical coverage through your car insurance, low-cost, public-access facilities or work-provided disability benefits.

We will look into all the options available to you to help you find a doctor that will allow you to get the care that you need. Do not let a lack of health insurance stop you from exploring your options. Get in touch with us as soon as possible after your accident to learn more. You will owe no fees if we cannot secure compensation for you. 

In most instances when someone is hurt or gets sick on the job, workers’ compensation benefits are there to help cover medical care and missed time from work. In some cases, however, workers are surprised to learn they could potentially recover additional compensation through a third-party claim.

At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, we can determine if you qualify for a third-party claim. Located in Danville, Virginia, we have been providing effective personal injury representation for more than 60 years. We have a track record for maximizing the value of claims and recovering the compensation that accident victims and their families truly deserve.

Because your injuries happened while on the job, you will be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. However, because someone not related to your employment — a third party — was technically responsible, you can also take action against them through a personal injury lawsuit.

Some common examples of third-party claims include:

  • A delivery driver being injured in a car accident by a negligent driver
  • A construction worker being injured by a poorly manufactured power tool on the job
  • A worker being attacked by an animal while on a house call
  • Slipping and falling while on someone else’s property because of that property owner’s negligence

 

As personal injury and workers’ compensation lawyers, we can handle both claims to maximize the compensation that you are eligible for. For the most serious injuries, this can make a difference in whether you truly receive the compensation you need for your long-term needs. These are complex cases that require the experience and skills of a proven trial attorney. Our attorneys have more than 60 years of combined experience in these types of claims, and they know how to build successful cases. 

When someone is killed because of another person’s careless, reckless or intentional misconduct, it is called a wrongful death. It only compounds your grief knowing that your loved one’s death could have been prevented.

Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law helps families in Southside Virginia pursue wrongful death actions to hold the wrongdoers accountable and to compensate the survivors for the lost income and other losses and hardships they have suffered.

Time can be critical in these cases. Although you are grieving, It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve evidence and preserve your legal rights.

Over the years, we have recovered wrongful death compensation in a wide range of cases, including lawsuits connected to:

  • Fatal auto collisions
  • Collisions with commercial trucks
  • Motorcycle crashes
  • ATV rollovers
  • Pedestrian deaths
  • Medical negligence
  • Automobile defects

 

Our firm has the resources to conduct a thorough investigation and bring in experts such as accident reconstruction specialists to prove the underlying negligence of the individuals and/or entities who caused or contributed to the fatal injuries.

We also work with economists and other professionals to determine full and fair damages. Compensation for a wrongful death can include medical bills and funeral expenses; loss of that person’s projected earnings and benefits; loss of consortium, love, companionship and support; and loss of the person’s household contributions.

The Carter Craig law firm has represented the people of Danville, Pittsylvania County and surrounding counties of Virginia for over 65 years. While we are building a case for maximum compensation, we are also here to help you deal with legal and insurance issues that arise.

Attorney Stephen Bass is proven litigator who are equipped to stand up to trucking companies, health care corporations, big insurance companies and their defense firms. They have obtained millions of dollars for clients, including a $2.5 million wrongful death verdict in a tractor-trailer fatality.

You are likely overwhelmed by the sudden passing of your family member. We will take care of all the legal details and vigorously pursue justice while you are grieving and putting your lives back together. We operate on a contingency fee, meaning there is no up-front cost and you owe nothing unless we recover compensation.

We work hard to provide convenience as well as quality to our clients who have survived serious accidents and injuries, and to the surviving families of those who have lost their lives through the fault of others. Our offices in downtown Danville are wheelchair accessible, and conveniently located directly across from City Hall. We also make home and hospital visits for injured clients who are not able to come to us.

We encourage you to contact Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, today to schedule your free initial consultation. If we cannot secure compensation, you will owe us nothing.

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Real Estate

In most people’s lives, a real estate purchase, whether it is a home or a piece of commercial property, will be the most expensive transaction of their life. Getting through the process efficiently can help provide peace of mind to both the buyer and seller.

At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, of Danville, Virginia, we represent buyers and sellers in the settlement of residential and commercial real estate transactions. With meticulous attention to detail, we can spot problems before they occur and successfully mitigate them before they become costly delays. We can help you get through the process while saving time, money and stress.

Real estate purchase contracts are incredibly complex, reflecting the painstaking work of negotiations over a purchase. Any errors in drafting of the contract can lead to costly disputes down the road. If it’s buying or selling a home, it could mean not getting to move into your new home as quickly as you want. If it’s a commercial purchase, it could mean serious financial harm to your business.

Our lawyers can review your contract to ensure it properly addresses every issue. This will include matters like the purchase price, inspections, maintenance, finance and identifying a clean title.

We will protect your legal rights and financial interests so that you can successfully move on from the transaction. To learn more, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our lawyers today by calling or filling out our form. We serve clients across Southside Virginia and northern North Carolina.

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Vehicle Accidents

Car accidents happen in the blink of an eye, and soon after you will need to take many important steps to strengthen your case. It is critically important to get legal advice before you sign any settlement agreements or other documents. It is just as important to get comprehensive medical tests, to be sure that your medical care team has a complete picture of any injuries you received.

Since 1954, the Danville, Virginia, law firm of Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, has represented victims of all types of car accidents. We have achieved some of the region’s largest jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of auto accident victims and their families such as:

  • $4.5 million — Brain injury of automobile driver in collision with road construction equipment
  • $1.1 million — Death of an elderly parent in a head-on automobile collision

We have decades of experience with these types of cases, which can be complex medically, legally and financially. We can help with:

  • Car-to-car collisions caused by distracted driving, drunk driving or other traffic violations
  • Accidents involving vulnerable motorcyclists, bicyclists or pedestrians
  • Tractor-trailer or other commercial trucking crashes
  • Accidents involving uninsured or underinsured drivers
  • Crashes caused by defective car parts that may cause rollovers, roof crushes or tire blowouts

Car crash cases can be extremely complicated. Your attorney will need to work closely with your medical care team to make sure that your injuries have been adequately documented and you are receiving the best possible care for your injuries. We will also work with other experts to ensure we are thorough in determining the amount of compensation that properly addresses your needs and losses. We will always be ready to take your case to trial when necessary.

Since tractor-trailers and other commercial trucks and vehicles are large, heavy and often loaded down with weighty cargo, they can pose a danger to other vehicles on the roads. Collisions with smaller cars and motorcycles can be extremely devastating, leaving drivers and passengers seriously injured.

Trucking companies also devote substantial resources to defeating personal injury claims. For more than 60 years, lawyers with Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, have represented tractor-trailer accident victims in Danville and throughout Southside Virginia. Our lawyers can level the playing field and protect your rights and interests.

It is important to contact experienced attorneys like ours as soon as possible after an accident. They will immediately get to work investigating the details of your accident to determine what went wrong. We work with medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, rehabilitation experts and economists to build the strongest possible case on your behalf and ensure we have an accurate assessment of your future needs.

While we cannot guarantee results, below are a few of the sizable verdicts and settlements we have recovered on behalf of clients in accidents like these:

  • $4.5 million — Two-year-old passenger partially paralyzed in collision between automobile and tractor-trailer
  • $2.5 million — Death of a wage earner in a two-wage earner household following collision of automobile and tractor-trailer
  • $1 million — Death of a young mother in collision between automobile and tractor-trailer

 

Many trucking accidents involve violations of federal laws and safety regulations. Our lawyers review all applicable safety regulations — such as maintenance, load size, driver sobriety and limits on driver hours — to determine whether the trucking company and driver were in compliance. Failure to comply with safety regulations can be a sign of negligence that can be beneficial during settlement negotiations or a jury trial.

To learn more about how our firm compassionately and professionally handles truck accident cases while aggressively fighting for the compensation you deserve, call our lawyers today. Your consultation is always free, and you will never owe any fees if we cannot recover compensation for you.

When a motorcycle and other type of vehicle collide, the motorcyclist is the one who often suffers the worse injuries due to the exposure of the rider to external forces. Other drivers need to take notice when motorcyclists are around them on the road, otherwise devastating accidents can occur.

At the office of Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, in Danville, Virginia, we are skilled personal injury lawyers who have extensive experience handling motorcycle accident and other car accident cases. We strive to help clients understand their rights and pursue compensation from the careless parties who caused the accident. For more information about your motorcycle accident case and options, contact us today at . We represent clients in Danville, as well as in South Boston and throughout Halifax County.

In some instances, insurance companies may attempt to put the blame back on a motorcyclist in a motorcycle accident situation. They often attempt to explain that riding a motorcycle equates to an assumption of risk, which it does not. Our firm does not tolerate any blame-shifting from the insurance and does not back down from aggressively taking action on your behalf to ensure the outcome of the case suits your best interests and needs.

Motorcycle accidents can result in a wide range of injuries. Our firm can help you deal with any type of injuries that you have suffered, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
    Concussion
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Paralysis
  • Broken bones
  • Road rash (severe lacerations and abrasions)
  • Amputations

 

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, a personal injury lawyer at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, can help you understand your rights and options.

In today’s society, cellphones have become part of our daily lives. They have even made the intrusion into our vehicles, taking some drivers’ attention away from the roads. This often leads to serious collisions and severe injuries to innocent drivers and passengers.

If you have been injured by a driver who was texting while driving or talking on a cellphone, we can help. At the Danville, Virginia, office of Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, our lawyers are highly knowledgeable of the laws that apply to personal injury cases that stem from a distracted driving incident. We are aggressive in our defense of people who have suffered a range of injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, broken bones, amputations and other injuries. Contact our personal injury office today at to discuss how we can help you through your distracted driving accident matters.

Any driver in Virginia, even those just passing through, is obligated to abide by the texting and cellphone laws in the state. Below are just some:

  • Drivers who are 18 and under are prohibited from using cellphone at all (texting, handheld or hands free) in a vehicle while driving
  • Texting while driving is illegal for any driver in a vehicle
  • However, texting while driving is considered a secondary issue, meaning that you cannot be pulled over for texting while driving but issued a ticket for it in addition to being pulled over for another violation

Before cellphones became a common sight in vehicles, distracted driving accident still occurred due to other distractions that exist for drivers. We have handled cases involving all types of accidents that stem from distractions such as:

  • Drivers eating in vehicles
  • Drivers applying makeup in vehicles
    Reading while driving
  • Other passengers distracting the driver (such as with teenagers in a car)

 

Let our lawyers at Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, help you deal with the aftermath of a distracted driving or texting while driving accident. We represent clients in Danville and Martinsville, as well as in South Boston and throughout Halifax County.

While there may be no interstate highways running through the Danville, Virginia, area, that does not mean we lack conditions for serious accidents. With so many rural county, state and federal roads that people speed down, we see too many collisions that should never have occurred.

At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, our law firm has spent more than 60 years helping car accident victims across Southside Virginia and Northern North Carolina. We can get to work quickly to help you build a strong case if you or a loved one is suffering.

Every case our firm takes on receives the same attention to detail. That means we will work with outside experts to conduct a thorough investigation into what exactly went wrong and caused your injuries.

We can determine if the other driver:

  • Ran a stop sign or a red light at a dangerous intersection
  • Failed to yield when merging into oncoming traffic
  • Was speeding or driving recklessly
  • Pulled out in front of you onto a rural highway or county road
  • Was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  • Was texting or engaging in another distracting activity while driving

 

We can use these findings to strengthen your case for fair and deserved compensation that will effectively address your lost wages and medical bills. Our ability to build strong cases that maximize the value for our clients is one of the reasons why law firms and satisfied clients throughout the area continually refer more accident victims to us.

No matter the cause of your car accident, our attorneys have the experience, trial skills and reputation to effectively guide you through the legal system. Additionally, you will owe no fees if we do not recover compensation for you.

Recovering from a car accident can leave physical and emotional scars. At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, we understand that the trauma associated with a car accident can escalate when at-fault drivers have little or no insurance coverage. Medical bills and property damage can quickly add up to thousands of dollars.

At Carter Craig, we don’t believe you should reach into your own pocketbook to cover expenses stemming from someone else’s negligence. Our law firm’s personal injury attorneys have more than 50 years of experience pursuing maximum compensation for accident victims hit by underinsured or uninsured motorists. We will apply our years of experience and legal skills to help you uncover all potential sources of recovery. Contact our law firm online or call to meet with a highly skilled personal injury lawyer.

If you or your loved one was in an accident involving an underinsured or uninsured motorist, obtain experienced legal help. Insurance policies are complicated. Even if you purchased underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage for accidents caused by motorists with little or no insurance, your insurance company may refuse to honor the policy or limit the amount you are compensated.

Since 1954, the personal injury attorneys at our law firm have gone head-to-head with insurance companies. We know how to interpret complex insurance policies. Our legal team will evaluate your insurance policy to understand if you have purchased underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage. We will not hesitate to use the law in pursuit of securing the compensation you need for your medical bills, property damage and other damages incurred from an underinsured or an uninsured motorist.

We have helped hundreds of accident victims in similar situations to yours. Our top priority is to help you recover the compensation you are entitled to for your medical needs and other expenses. When you select our law firm, we will determine if your insurance policy includes Personal Injury Protection (PIP). This would allow you to recover additional compensation up to the limits of your insurance policy, regardless of who was at-fault for the motor vehicle accident. We will uncover every opportunity possible to help you make a full recovery.

If you were in a collision involving an underinsured or an uninsured motorist, act quickly to obtain experienced legal help. Our legal team knows how to help secure your right to recover maximum compensation. We will fight back against any attempts made to minimize your sources of recovery.

We work hard to provide convenience as well as quality to our clients who are suffering. Our offices in downtown Danville are wheelchair accessible, and we also make home and hospital visits when necessary, even on nights and weekends.

To learn more about how we can protect your rights and interests, we invite you to contact our offices today to schedule your free consultation.

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Wills & Estates

Estate planning is a valuable action that anyone can take to plan their legacy and provide direction to their family members. Estate administration is the process for setting the estate of a loved one who has died. Whether you are looking to create or update a will or you have been appointed as executor, a skilled attorney can make all the difference in making sure things are done properly and efficiently.

At Carter Craig, Attorneys at Law, we offer the people of Pittsylvania County and Southside Virginia more than 65 years of experience from our Danville office. We are a boutique law firm with local legal advisers who help clients with the legal challenges they may be facing, whether it is developing an estate plan or administering an estate.

Estate planning is not just creating a will for when you pass. When you come to us for legal assistance, we can help you with all the challenges of estate planning, including:

  • Setting up wills and/or trusts to pass on your estate and assets when you want and how you want
  • Establishing a power of attorney to act on your behalf when you are not able to act on your own, such as managing your business and financial affairs
  • Develop a living will or advance directive to make your wishes known when you are incapacitated by illness or injury.

We can also assist with estate administration and Virginia probate proceedings. When a loved one passes and you are appointed as the representative of the estate, we can assist with tasks like paying the remaining debts of the estate, notifying and closing any accounts, disbursing assets, getting accurate valuations of properties and any other task that is necessary.

Our attorneys are also prepared to assist with litigation matters involving will contests, misappropriated assets or breach of fiduciary duty. We represent executors, heirs and family members who feel they were unfairly deprived of an expected inheritance through fraud or undue influence.

For legal guidance you can trust with your estate planning goals or probate assistance, contact our Danville law firm today. Call us at 434-792-9311 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation. There is no telling what tomorrow may bring, making now the best time to reach out to us.

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Workers' Compensation

As part of our larger personal injury law practice, the law firm of Carter Craig represents injured workers in their claims for workers’ compensation. Our attorneys can help you secure your full benefits or assert your rights if your employer or the insurer is trying to terminate your claim.

We handle Virginia workers’ compensation in Danville, Pittsylvania County and surrounding Southside communities. Reach out at 434-792-9311 to arrange a free consultation.

If you have been injured on the job, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation to cover your medical treatment and lost wages. The workers’ compensation system, while designed to aid injured workers, can be complex, with confusing rules about the steps required to qualify for benefits. It is certainly a wise idea to consult an experienced workers’ compensation attorney for advice if you are filing or a workers’ compensation claim or appealing a denied claim.

Getting legal advice is especially important if:

  • Your medical claim is complex
  • You are turned down for surgery or other needed treatment
  • Your employer disputes the severity of your injuries
  • Your employer wants you to return to work sooner than your doctor believes is healthy
  • You had a prior injury or existing medical condition
  • You are considering taking a lump sum payout of your workers’ compensation benefits.

In all these situations, a workers’ compensation lawyer can review your case to protect your rights and ensure you are getting all the benefits you deserve.

At Carter Craig, we work hard to provide quality representation to our clients seeking worker’s compensation and social security disability benefits. Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Danville, directly across from the Danville City Hall. In addition to our standard weekday business hours, we offer evening and weekend appointments as needed.

If you have questions about workers’ compensation, contact our offices today for a free and confidential consultation.

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