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We are pleased to announce that Don Strickland appears on the 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers. Attorney Strickland is recognized for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in Durham, NC. His achievement is based entirely on peer...

While they may sometimes act like your friend, insurance companies are in the business of making money. If they have to pay out a settlement, you better believe they’re going to try and offer the least amount of money they possibly can. If you’re in a truck accident...

Losing a loved one in a workplace accident is horrifying, tragic, heartbreaking and overwhelming. Your life will be turned upside-down regardless of who passes away, but if it’s the lone breadwinner, it can be financially devastating for your family. While no amount...

Any time an individual sustains an injury, it can be an overwhelming and traumatic experience. However, catastrophic injuries are distinctly different from other personal injuries due to the severity and lifelong repercussions they often have. Survivors frequently...

Accidents involving commercial trucks are often some of the most devastating on the roadways simply due to the sheer size and weight of them. In many cases, these accidents are caused by either equipment failure or truck defects. Despite the strict regulations set for...

When you lose someone in your family whom you love dearly, you might be wondering how you can achieve some justice on his or her behalf, or if it is even possible. Under North Carolina law, legal beneficiaries of a deceased person have a right to file a wrongful death...

For many of us, social media plays a major part in our lives and how we connect to friends, family, and acquaintances. The very nature of it encourages us to overshare every detail of our lives, from pictures of our pets or well-crafted meals to our deepest thoughts...

If you sustained injuries due to the fault of another, you are likely considering filing a personal injury claim. However, depending on the details of your case, this process can be drawn-out and may not lead to the results you’ve been looking for–which is why making...

If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or careless actions, you probably know you can file a personal injury lawsuit against him or her to recover damages. While most are familiar with economic damages, such as medical costs, lost wages, loss of...

A Legal Glossary of Commonly Used Terms The law is vast and has many legal terms. While many of these are quite technical and better left to the Attorney, there are some personal injury terms you should be familiar with if you are involved in a personal injury case....

Car accidents take us by surprise, and the fact is that none of us ever see them coming. Even the aftermath is a whirlwind of chaos, full of stress, questions, and frustration. Some might even be injured, or find themselves in a stretcher, on their way to the...

Accidents resulting in injuries can occur at any time. However, handling the legal aspects of a personal injury claim can be quite arduous. There are many pitfalls that can lower the amount of compensation awarded for the accident, which is why you should understand...

Walking is the natural way to get from place to place, and while it’s healthy for you, it can potentially be dangerous. Every year, numerous pedestrians are struck by drivers, resulting in many injuries. Sadly, in these instances many of these injuries could likely...

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, there are more than 4.5 million reported dog bites every year, with 20% of all victims requiring medical attention. This means that a lot of expensive dog bite claims have been filed over the last several...

The Ford Motor Company announced they have recalled over 680,000 vehicles due to a defect that may cause a serious safety hazard. The heat generated by the pre-tensioners engaging could cause the cables holding them in to fail, resulting in the seatbelt not holding...

The drone business has exploded in recent years, now being estimated to be close to reaching the billion-dollar mark. It seems likely that these popular toys will once again be one of the hottest gifts this holiday season for both kids and adults alike. So if you plan...

We are constantly bombarded with the message of “speed kills” to make slow down while behind the wheel because it saves lives. While this isn’t necessarily wrong, new research suggests that lowering speed limits may actually increase the odds of a potentially...

The Halloween holiday is enjoyed by many as a time for some spooky celebrations, trick-or-treating, and other festive traditions. Because this involves so many people out celebrating, it’s important to be sure to follow these important general safety principles to...

Winter temperatures are right around the corner, and in an effort to save money and lower their heating bills this winter, many people all across North Carolina have considered installing spray foam in their attic. The EPA and ENERGY STAR Commission have all given...

Online retailers have increased their business tremendously over the past few years, primarily due to more and more of them offering free shipping on many of their items or for less-expensive orders. This has been great for the delivery business, particularly for the...

Labor Day weekend usually signals the end of summer, prompting celebratory barbecues or other festivities. These might include alcohol for some people, which has been known to be one of the leading reasons as to why this holiday is also traditionally one of the most...

As college campuses prepare to open their doors for the new school year, many students are unaware that in the coming months they may sustain a serious injury while in school. Furthermore, those students who will become injured often are unaware of what to do when...

You may only be able to ride for a few months out of the year without trudging through several inches of snow, but a 2018 survey from PlacesforBikes has listed Boulder, CO as the nation’s most bike-friendly big city. The survey factors cycling-friendly infrastructure...

Before even setting foot in his first high school class, a 14-year-old incoming freshman at Greensboro’s Walter Hines Page Senior High School died of severe heat stroke after the first optional workout of the season for the school’s football program. The tragedy...

If you have a swimming pool on your property, odds are it will see a lot of use this summer. Kids being out of school, long hours of sunlight, and hotter weather make swimming pools great locations for parties, barbecues, and many other get-togethers with a lot of...

The Law Office of Donald R Strickland is proud to announce that it has been ranked a Tier 1 Raleigh law firm in the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms® list. The prestigious distinction was granted in two categories: Medical Malpractice Law...

Everybody has seen a warning sign somewhere, in fact you can probably think of several just off the top of your head. Displaying a proper warning sign is vitally important in removing liability should an accident unfortunately happen. Whether it’s someone slipping on...

A semi-truck is extraordinarily large both in size and weight, which makes them some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Sometimes weighing as much as 40 tons and standing as tall as 14 feet or more, a commercial semi-truck is a lumbering beast that takes...

If you’ve been injured from a defective product, you may be eligible to file a defective product liability claim. The claim you file may fall into one of three categories of product liability, and understanding these categories can help determine the validity of your...

Losing a loved is always an emotionally difficult experience, but the severity of grief increases when their death was caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. North Carolina law defines wrongful death as one caused by a wrongful act, neglect or fault of...

A car or truck accident is nearly unparalleled in its ability to inflict serious, even fatal injuries upon victims. Unfortunately, a very large portion of these accidents are caused by the negligent, reckless, or even criminal actions of an irresponsible driver. If...

According to Forbes, sales of traditional cigarettes have averaged a 3-6% decline since 2009. Electronic cigarette sales, meanwhile, have been doubling year over year since their introduction in 2007, and are projected to near 2.5 billion dollars in 2016. Inexpensive...