Car Accident Attorney Serving
Pamlico, Craven, and Carteret Counties
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Eastern North Carolina, you deserve clear guidance and direct communication with the attorney handling your case.
You will receive a message directly from the attorney
You work directly with an attorney
Clear advice before things turn into a mess
Straight answers, realistic options, and no pressure
Helping Clients Across Eastern North Carolina
I represent clients who have been injured in car accidents throughout Pamlico County, Carteret County, and Craven County. Many of my clients are working families who simply want fair treatment from the insurance company and clear guidance through the claims process.
Unlike large injury firms that operate on volume, I intentionally keep a small caseload so I can work directly with my clients throughout their case.
What Should You Do After a Car Accident?
Seek medical attention, if needed
Document the scene by taking pictures and video , if possible
Notify your insurance company
Speak with an attorney before making any decisions
Insurance companies begin evaluating claims immediately. Early guidance can help protect your claim.
Or Call: 252-571-5627
Car Accident Cases I Typically Handle:
I represent clients who have been injured in common types of car accidents across Pamlico, Carteret, and Craven counties, including:
Rear-End Collisions
Intersection & T-Bone Accidents
Drunk Driving Accidents
Distracted Driving Accidents
Highway Accidents (Hwy 70/Hwy 24)
Car accidents in Eastern North Carolina typically occur on highways and intersections connecting Pamlico, Carteret, and Craven counties, including travel routes between New Bern, Havelock, Morehead City, and surrounding communities.
Or Call: 252-571-5627
Meet Lila Swann.
A local attorney serving Eastern North Carolina drivers
I grew up in Morehead City, back when it was a small coastal town where everyone knew each other. After spending time living in South Carolina, I have returned home to Eastern North Carolina.
This area has changed a lot. Communities across Carteret, Pamlico, and Craven counties are growing quickly, and the roads connecting them, highways like 24, 70, and 101, are busier than ever.
Unfortunately, those roads can sometimes feel more like racetracks than coastal highways.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident here, I understand the experience is about more than just recovering from an injury. There’s also that moment when you drive past the place where the accident happened and your stomach drops.
At the same time, life doesn’t pause. You’re trying to recover, keep up with work, and take care of your family.
That’s why I built my practice as a virtual car accident law firm.
You can meet with me from the comfort of your home and on your schedule. There’s no need to take time off work or spend time sitting in a law office just to speak with your attorney.
My goal is simple: provide clear guidance and personal attention while you focus on getting back on your feet.
What It's Like to Work with Me
Working together is straightforward.
- Start with a Free Conversation.
We start with a conversation about what happened and how you’re doing. I’ll listen to your situation, answer your questions, and explain how accident claims typically work.
If we decide we’re a good fit to work together, we’ll move forward with the next step
- Engagement and Case Set-Up
If you choose to move forward, I’ll send a simple engagement agreement that explains how representation works. Once that’s signed, I begin working on your case.
You can focus on your recovery while I begin gathering the necessary information
- Investigation and Evidence Gathering
I collect the documentation needed to support your claim. This can include medical records, accident reports, treatment information, and other details that help establish what happened and how the injury has affected you.
- Negotiation with the Insurance Company
Once the necessary information is gathered, I begin negotiating with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement for your injuries and losses.
Most car accident cases are resolved during this stage.
- Settlement or Next Steps
Many cases settle long before anyone ever has to step into a courtroom.
If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair resolution, we will talk through your options together. The final decision about whether to accept a settlement or pursue a lawsuit is always yours.
Throughout this entire process you communicate with me, your attorney, rather than being passed between staff members.
Common Questions
After a
Car Accident
Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if you were injured and receiving medical treatment, it can be helpful to have guidance through the insurance process.
Insurance companies handle claims every day. Having an attorney involved helps ensure the claim is properly documented and that settlement discussions are handled carefully.
Your car accident case will be handled on a contingency fee basis. This means you do not pay attorney fees unless we recover money for you.
The details of the fee arrangement are explained clearly in the engagement agreement before any work begins.
Most car accident cases are resolved through settlement discussions with the insurance company long before anyone has to step into a courtroom.
If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair resolution, we can discuss your options together. The decision about whether to move forward with a lawsuit is always yours.
Every case is different. The timeline often depends on how long medical treatment lasts and how complex the insurance negotiations become.
Depending on the facts of your case, your case may settle in a few months, or it may take longer. It’s important not to rush the process before the full impact of the injuries are understood.
Serving Eastern North Carolina
I represent people injured in car accidents throughout Pamlico County, Carteret County, and Craven County, including communities such as Grantsboro, Bayboro, Havelock, Morehead City, New Bern and surrounding areas. As a client, you can work directly with me from the comfort of your home.
Speak with an Attorney
If you were injured in a car accident in Pamlico, Carteret, or Craven County,
you can call me directly or schedule a phone call to discuss your situation.