Your Advocates In The Aftermath Of Motor Vehicle Accidents
Last updated on August 8, 2025
The shock, pain and confusion following a car crash can leave you reeling. You may be struggling under the weight of serious injuries, insurance claims, medical bills, missed work and emotional trauma.
At Dow Law, PA, we are here to help you navigate this difficult time. Our car crash lawyer in North Carolina, Dustin Dow, has the experience you need when it matters most. Over the course of 15 years, he has built a formidable skill set for standing up to opponents. He has handled over a thousand trials and seven-figure personal injury cases.
Here For You After Any Kind Of Vehicle Accident
Our car accident attorney can help you pursue compensation for any type of traffic accident, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Commercial vehicle accidents involving delivery trucks, work vehicles and the like
- Rideshare accidents involving services like Uber and Lyft
- Public transit accidents involving vehicles like buses, taxicabs and trains
We handle these cases across Western North Carolina from our office in Asheville.
Steps To Protect Yourself After An Accident
Car accidents are often caused by distracted driving, speeding or driving under the influence. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a major collision, knowing what to do next is crucial. Depending on the extent of your injuries, taking the right steps at the accident scene will help protect your rights later. After an accident:
- Call 911 to report the accident and request medical assistance if anyone is injured
- Move to a safe location if possible and turn on hazard lights
- Check for injuries and provide first aid if you’re trained to do so
- Exchange insurance information, driver’s license numbers and contact details with all drivers involved
- Take photos of the scene, damage to vehicles, road conditions and injuries
- Collect contact information from witnesses
- Avoid admitting fault or discussing the details of what happened
- Contact your insurance company to report the accident
- Seek medical attention even if you don’t feel injured immediately
- Keep detailed records of all medical treatment and expenses
Determining who caused an accident involves examining evidence like police reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage and physical evidence at the scene. North Carolina uses a rule called contributory negligence to determine fault in car accidents.
This means if the other driver can prove that you contributed to the accident in any way, you may not be able to recover any compensation for your injuries. This is a very complex area of law and usually requires the help of a skilled lawyer to prove that the other driver was entirely at fault.
We Understand The Complexities Of Truck Accidents
Crashes involving large commercial trucks can be catastrophic. The sheer size and weight difference between a truck and a passenger vehicle often results in severe injuries or even death for those in the smaller car. These accidents are typically much more complicated than a standard car accident.
What makes truck accidents more challenging?
- Multiple parties may be at fault: The truck driver, trucking company, maintenance crew or even the cargo loader could be to blame.
- Complex laws: The trucking industry has many federal and state regulations that do not apply to regular drivers.
- Evidence is not always easy to get: Gathering logbooks, maintenance records and black box data can be a challenge.
- Insurance companies have powerful legal teams: Trucking companies and their insurers are aggressive in defending against claims.
When you are trying to recover from an accident with a large truck, you are already facing a difficult situation. Having a skilled attorney like Dustin on your side can make all the difference. He will handle all the details of your case so you can focus on healing.
We Understand Your Struggles
We know that serious injuries can have lasting effects, requiring long-term care. Catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injuries, paralysis, neck injuries and back injuries can affect all aspects of your life. Our car accident attorney will work hard to secure compensation that reflects all of your struggles.
We’ll Protect You From Insurance Companies
Auto insurance companies aim to protect their profits and often try to pay out as little as possible. We know how to effectively counter their tactics and protect you from getting shortchanged.
Start Moving Forward Today With An Experienced Car Accident Lawyer
In the unpredictable aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, you need a car accident injury lawyer that’s fully committed to your recovery and your rights. At Dow Law, PA, we will fight to make sure that your voice is heard and your damages are fully compensated.
Contact our Asheville car accident attorney today, either online or by calling 828-214-5467 to start moving forward with a free, no-obligation consultation.