10/16/2026
Fall is peak deer season in North Carolina, bringing a sharp rise in unexpected roadway hazards during early mornings and evenings. So what do you do when one crosses your path?
It's best to brake safely, stay in your lane, and keep control of the vehicle. Swerving often leads to severe head-on collisions or rollover crashes, which insurance companies may blame on you
With the potential to endanger drivers and passengers, all for only a chance at saving the animal. It's safest to work against the instinct to avoid the animal and stay in your lane. The sad but practical truth is that insurance companies won't care if the deer lived and others were hurt.
At Nagle & Associates, P.A., our firm is led by a former insurance adjuster who knows how adjusters evaluate fault and property damage in wildlife-related crashes.
Have you had a close call with a deer on NC roads this fall? Tell us where you see them most in the comments below!