Fighting for injured people
across Durham and the Triangle
A driver looking at a phone can cause a life-changing crash. Our Durham distracted driving lawyers prove what happened and hold careless drivers accountable.
You were just trying to get from point A to point B.
The other driver? They were checking a text, fumbling with a GPS, or scrolling a playlist. A split-second decision that changed everything—and now you’re left dealing with the consequences.
At Johnson & Groninger PLLC, we’ve seen what distracted driving really costs. Not just in medical bills or missed work, but in pain, stress, and the feeling that no one’s truly on your side. We don’t take every case. We fight for real people who’ve been seriously hurt by careless drivers in Durham and across North Carolina—and we do it with a strategy built on results.
Every driver knows they shouldn’t look at their phone while driving. But every day, they still do it.
According to the National Highway Safety Administration, distracted driving contributes to thousands of crashes each year, many of them causing life-altering injuries. And the worst part? These aren’t “accidents” in the traditional sense. They’re preventable. They’re caused by choices.
Every one of these actions takes a driver’s eyes—and mind—off the road. And in those few seconds, lives can change forever.
If you’re reading this after a crash, know this: you are not alone. But there are steps you can take right now to protect your health and your legal options.
Adrenaline can mask serious injuries. Some of the worst pain shows up days later. Whether it’s a concussion, whiplash, or internal injuries, make sure you’re checked out—and make sure it’s documented.
Distracted drivers rarely admit what they were doing. That’s why evidence matters. Take photos of the scene. Get names of witnesses. If there’s any chance someone saw the driver looking at their phone, that could make or break your case.
They’re trained to ask questions that shift blame or twist your words. Let a distracted driving accident lawyer in Durham step in and handle those conversations the right way.
Distracted driving cases can be tough to prove—especially when the at-fault driver won’t admit it. That’s where our experience and resources make the difference.
And we do it quickly—because this kind of evidence doesn’t stick around forever. Time matters.
When a distracted driver hits you, the financial fallout starts fast. Ambulance rides. ER visits. Missed days (or weeks) of work. And depending on your injuries, it could be months before things feel remotely normal again.
Under North Carolina law, you may be entitled to compensation for:
In rare but serious cases, punitive damages may also be available—especially if the driver’s behavior was reckless or part of a pattern.
Here’s the hard truth: North Carolina has one of the strictest fault rules in the country.
It’s called contributory negligence, and it means that if you’re found even 1% at fault, you could be barred from recovering anything.
Insurance companies know this—and they’ll use it.
They might claim you were distracted, too. That you weren’t paying attention, or that you overreacted. That’s why it’s critical to have a lawyer who’s prepared to push back early and often, with facts that stick.
We’re based in Durham. We know the courts, the roads, the insurance lawyers you’ll be up against—and most importantly, we know how to win.
But we don’t just file paperwork and hope for a check. We build cases that stand up, in negotiation and in court. Our approach is aggressive, strategic, and personal. We work with:
Most firms will tell you they care. We’ll show you, from day one.
Nothing upfront.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us unless we recover money for you. No hourly fees. No retainers. No surprises.
You focus on healing. We’ll handle the rest.
In North Carolina, the statute of limitations for personal injury is three years from the date of the crash. But don’t wait.
Evidence disappears. Memories fade. And the longer you go without legal help, the easier it is for the insurance company to gain the upper hand.
Call us before they call you.
No one should have to bury a family member because someone else couldn’t wait to send a text.
If you’ve lost someone in a fatal distracted driving accident, we can help you pursue a wrongful death claim. That includes seeking justice for:
It won’t undo what happened. But it can hold the driver accountable—and help your family move forward with the support you deserve.
We don’t treat distracted driving cases like routine claims—because they’re not. Each one comes with a story, and every one of our clients has something real at stake. That’s what drives our approach.
Here’s what you can expect when we’re in your corner:
Our attorneys have spent years standing up for people in Durham and across North Carolina who’ve been injured in accidents that never should have happened. We built our reputation by fighting hard, staying honest, and always putting our clients first.
This isn’t just about a crash. It’s about what happens after—and making sure someone else’s reckless decision doesn’t cost you more than it already has.
At Johnson & Groninger PLLC, we’re ready to listen, answer your questions, and give you a clear path forward. No pressure. Just smart, honest legal advice from a team that’s handled these cases before.
Call now or schedule a free consultation to talk with a distracted driving accident lawyer in Durham who knows how to help.
You’ve been through enough. Let’s take it from here.
We represent clients statewide, with offices in Durham and Charlotte. Whether you’ve been injured at work or hurt in a crash, we’ll meet you where you are.
