12/09/25

What Happens If The At-Fault Driver Dies Before Settlement

You're in the middle of negotiating your injury claim when you learn that the at-fault driver has passed away. This unexpected development raises immediate questions about whether you can still pursue...

Car Accident

12/09/25

What Happens If You Reject A Settlement And Lose At Trial

The insurance company offers $75,000 to settle your case. Your attorney believes it's worth more and you decide to reject the offer and proceed to trial. The jury finds against you, determining the de...

Personal Injury

12/07/25

What To Know About E-Bike And Electric Scooter Accident Claims

Electric bikes and scooters have transformed urban transportation, but the laws governing them haven't kept pace with their popularity. When you're injured while riding an e-bike or electric scooter, ...

Personal Injury

11/28/25

Common Violations Of Federal Trucking Regulations That Cause Accidents

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration creates and enforces regulations designed to keep commercial trucks safe on our highways. These rules cover everything from how long drivers can work to...

Car Accident

11/28/25

Understanding Contributory Negligence Laws In North Carolina

North Carolina follows one of the harshest personal injury rules in the country. If you're injured in an accident and share even 1% of the blame, you may be barred from recovering any compensation. Th...

Personal Injury

11/22/25

What Happens When You’re Injured By An Unlicensed Driver

Discovering that the driver who hit you doesn't have a valid license adds another layer of frustration to an already difficult situation. You're dealing with injuries, medical bills, and lost wages ca...

Car Accident

11/11/25

Understanding Pain And Suffering Damages In Plain English

Pain and suffering sounds vague and subjective compared to medical bills you can count and wages you can prove. But these non-economic damages often represent the largest portion of personal injury se...

Personal Injury

11/05/25

Signs Your Minor Fender Bender Injury Is Actually Serious

The collision barely left a dent. You exchanged information, took a few photos, and drove away feeling fine. But days later, you're experiencing symptoms that won't go away. Low-speed accidents cause ...

Car Accident

10/22/25

Injuries During Gym Class Or P.E.: Who Is At Fault?

Understanding School Liability When A Student Gets Hurt In Physical Education Gym class is a regular part of the school day for most students and is meant to promote fitness, teamwork, and fun. But i...

Personal Injury

10/07/25

Fighting For Justice After An Injury

Accidents happen when we least expect them, often leaving lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. When someone else’s negligence causes harm, personal injury law provides a pathway ...

Personal Injury

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Meet Founding Attorney Christopher D. Layton

Charlotte Personal Injury &
Bankruptcy Attorney

Meet Chris Layton, J.D., the founder and lead attorney of The Layton Law Firm. Chris holds a B.A. in Journalism from The University of Maryland at College Park and a J.D. from Wake Forest University. He is a member in good standing of the North Carolina Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association – Western District of North Carolina, and the Mecklenburg Bar Association. He has been practicing law in Charlotte since 2000 and currently focuses on the plaintiff’s needs and the individual needs of bankruptcy and real estate clients.

The Layton Law Firm focuses on the needs of clients who would otherwise be taken advantage of. Chris leads the firm in addressing the needs of people who have been harmed by the actions of others or who struggle financially.

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Meet Founding Attorney Christopher D. Layton

Charlotte Personal Injury & Bankruptcy Attorney

Charlotte Personal Injury &
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