Were you injured in a car accident? A Fayetteville car accident lawyer at Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers can help you get the compensation you need. Since 1985, we’ve helped thousands of North Carolinians in the aftermath of auto accidents, recovering more than $900 million in total compensation for our clients since 2000 alone (see disclaimer below).
Call (910) 387-9186 today for a free consultation with one of our auto accident lawyers. In-person consultations are available at our convenient Fayetteville office by appointment only. We can consult with you from anywhere by phone, email, text, and video conference. We can even come to you directly if it’s more convenient.
“It was nice to see Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers put me and my needs first.”
-R. Colley, Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers client
Fayetteville is close to home for the car accident lawyers and staff at Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers. Many of our employees have close ties to the military and we are proud to serve the Fayetteville area, including those stationed at Fort Bragg. Attorney Gene Riddle grew up in Aberdeen, not far from the bombing and training grounds on the back side of Fort Bragg.
Types of Car Accidents We Handle in Fayetteville, NC
The experienced personal injury lawyers at Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers can handle all types of car accident cases, including:
- Rear-end accidents
- Head-on accidents
- Hit and run accidents
- T-bone accidents
- Side-swipe crashes
- Pedestrian accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Lyft and Uber accidents
In addition to car accidents, our personal injury attorneys can assist with cases involving truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, delivery trucks, mopeds, bicycle accidents, and more. Our workers’ comp attorneys can handle claims involving injuries suffered while on the job. In the most heartbreaking cases resulting in death, our wrongful death attorneys can help surviving loved ones fight for justice.
In car accident cases resulting in long-term disability, Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers also has disability attorneys on staff to help victims appeal for the benefits they need and deserve.
What Our Fayetteville Car Accident Lawyers Can Do for You
Pursuing a car accident injury claim or lawsuit can be complicated, time-consuming, and stressful. If you were injured in a Fayetteville auto accident, you don’t have to do this alone. An experienced car accident lawyer at Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers can handle all aspects of your case, including:
- Organizing a thorough crash scene investigation
- Hiring experts, such as an accident reconstructionist, for investigation and testimony if necessary
- Identifying and interviewing potential witnesses
- Collecting and preserving key evidence
- Calculating damages
- Helping prepare you for official statements to the insurance company
- Connecting you with appropriate medical care as necessary
- Negotiating with the insurance company and defense counsel
- Obtaining the official police accident report
- Preparing a lawsuit and filing if necessary
- Conducting depositions
- Litigation
- Drafting and filing court briefs and other legal documents
- Representing you in arbitration and/or mediation proceedings
- Representing you at trial before a judge or jury
- Helping establish trusts and/guardianships for long-term care
- And much, much more…
Investigation Capabilities
Proving liability is important in any personal injury claim. At Riddle & Riddle, our Fayetteville car accident attorneys are supported by a team of experienced investigators to help prove fault and strengthen our clients’ cases. These investigators are retired law enforcement officers who have experience investigating complex crash scenes, evaluating evidence, interviewing witnesses, and more. In some cases, we’ll also bring in outside experts like accident reconstructionists to help determine what happened.
Results for Car Accident Victims
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we’re proud of our record of securing justice and compensation for our clients. Since 2000 alone, our Fayetteville car accident lawyers have secured over $900 million in compensation for victims across North Carolina (see disclaimer below). While there are never guarantees, we try our best to secure maximum compensation for each client.
Recent wins include:
- $9.45 Million | Tractor-Trailer Accident & Wrongful Death — Our attorneys fought for justice for the surviving loved ones of a family of four who were killed in a terrible crash involving several tractor-trailers on I-95 just north of Fayetteville in Harnett County. We tirelessly pursued this claim, organizing a thorough accident investigation, filing multiple lawsuits and ultimately securing more than $9,000,000 in total compensation.
- $2.75 Million | Car Accident — Our client suffered serious injuries in a major, head-on auto accident, including multiple fractures to his leg, neck, and arms. Attorney Donald Dunn handled the matter, securing total compensation of $2,750,000 through arbitration. This settlement was immediately followed by a separate $1 million judgment against one of the insurance companies involved.
- $2.25 Million | Auto Accident & Truck Crash — A speeding truck crossed the center line and slammed into a car head-on, killing the plaintiff instantly. The deceased’s mother turned to Gene Riddle, who knew her daughter personally. Attorney Riddle tirelessly pursued justice in the case, organizing a comprehensive accident investigation and advising defense counsel of his intent to file suit. The case ultimately settled out of court for $2.25 million in total compensation.
“Riddle & Riddle found me all the available money from the insurance companies.”
–David Howard, Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers client
Fayetteville Auto Accident Statistics
Fayetteville is served by Interstates 95 and 295, and busy US-401, US 301, US-13 and NC Highways 210 and 24 crisscross the region. With all that traffic, car accidents in Fayetteville are unfortunately common.
In a recent year, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) reported 80 fatal auto accidents in Fayetteville, and over 17,000 total vehicles wrecks.
Frequently Asked Questions
After a car crash, follow these tips to ensure your health and safety and help protect your legal rights:
– Call 911 — North Carolina law requires you to report any car accident resulting in injury. Call 911 so law enforcement and medical teams can get to the scene right away.
– Seek Medical Care — Your health and safety are most important. Get medical attention immediately if you were injured (or think you may have been injured). The treatment you receive and associated medical records will play an important part in any potential personal injury claim or lawsuit, as well.
– Take Photos — Document the accident scene and any injuries with photos. Take photos of injuries, vehicle damage, skid marks, debris, property damage, road signage, etc.
– Talk with Law Enforcement — Be open and honest with the responding law enforcement officer(s), and remember that anything you say can and will be used against you. Do NOT apologize or admit fault. Your recollections may not be certain, and you don’t want to jeopardize your potential car accident injury claim.
– Get Contact Info — Talk with potential witnesses and get their contact information. If you’re able, talk with the driver of the other vehicle and get their contact and insurance information. Do NOT apologize or admit fault, even if the facts and circumstances of the accident aren’t immediately clear.
– File a Claim — Call the insurance company and begin the claim process. However, do NOT give a recorded statement to the insurance company without first talking with an attorney.
– Get the Official Accident Report — After the official accident report is filed, obtain a copy. The accident report can play an important role in proving liability in your potential injury claim or lawsuit. Your attorney can also help you obtain the report.
– Call an Attorney — Consult with an experienced car accident lawyer right away. At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we offer a free, no-obligation consultation and would love to help however we can.
In North Carolina, personal injury claims are subject to the Statute of Limitations, which is essentially the deadline for filing a claim or lawsuit in order to seek compensation. In most cases in North Carolina, you must file your claim within:
– 3 years of the date of injury in personal injury cases
– 2 years of the date of death in wrongful death cases
Don’t lose your right to compensation simply by missing an important deadline. A Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers car accident lawyer can help keep track of important dates and make sure that nothing falls through the cracks. Call (910) 387-9186 today and let’s review your injury case.
There’s no fixed formula for calculating the value of a car accident case. However, we will look closely at several key factors when determining what your claim might be worth:
– The severity of your injuries
– Your past and future medical costs
– How your injuries affect your ability to work
– Any pain, suffering, or emotional harm you’ve endured
– Whether you share any responsibility for the crash
– Available insurance policies and coverage limits
We will leave no stone unturned when building your case and assessing your losses.
If another driver’s negligence caused your accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation for a variety of damages. These can include:
– Medical bills and rehabilitation
– Lost wages and future income
– Physical pain and emotional distress
– Reduced quality of life
– Damage to your vehicle or other property
– Wrongful death losses, if you lost a loved one in the crash
Our team will work diligently to thoroughly document the impact of the accident on your life, ensuring that nothing is overlooked.
Probably not. Insurance companies often start with lowball offers that don’t fully reflect the extent of victims’ injuries, future care needs, or emotional losses. Once you accept a settlement, you usually can’t go back and ask for more later — even if your condition worsens.
Let our attorneys review your settlement offer for free before you make any decisions. We’ll let you know if it’s fair or if you should keep fighting for more.
North Carolina is one of the few states that follows a rule called pure contributory negligence. Under this system, if you’re found even 1% at fault for the crash, you could be barred from receiving any compensation.
Due to this strict rule, it’s extremely important to consult with an attorney before accepting blame or making a statement to an insurance adjuster. We know how to push back against unfair fault claims.
In most North Carolina injury cases, you have up to three years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. For wrongful death lawsuits, the time limit is typically two years from the date of death.
Waiting too long can mean losing your right to recover damages. It also makes it harder to preserve critical evidence, so we encourage you to act quickly.
You have many choices when seeking an attorney for your car accident claim or lawsuit. At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, we’re proud of how our clients describe their experience working with our attorneys and staff, as well as the recognition we’ve received from prestigious membership groups and awards (see disclaimer below), including:
– Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
– Million Dollar Advocates Forum
– The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
– The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
– Super Lawyers
– Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”
– The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
– The Litigator Award
– AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
In 2025, our firm was named a “Best Family-Run Law Firm” by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.
“You’ll walk in the front door as a client but leave as family. They’re the absolute best.”
–Susan S., Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers client
Talk with a Fayetteville Car Accident Lawyer
Our car accident lawyers have more than 220+ years of combined legal experience and would love to help you seek compensation for your injuries. For a FREE, no-obligation consultation with an experienced car accident injury attorney, call (910) 387-9186 or complete the fast and easy form below.
There are no upfront costs and you won’t pay any attorney fees unless we win your case and you receive compensation. Call (910) 387-9186 and let’s talk.
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*NOTE: We respond to phone calls, emails, and online chats 24/7, however in-person appointments are available at our Fayetteville location by appointment only. We also have investigators on staff who can come directly to you if that is more convenient.