May 6, 2013 | Car Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
A 57-year-old Richland County, South Carolina man has died from injuries after a collision with a
tractor-trailer. The man died around 1:20 p.m. after being brought to Palmetto Health Richland hospital after being injured in a wreck that occurred on Bluff Road around 11:50 a.m., according to the Highway Department.
The man was driving his truck west when he swerved to avoid traffic, crossed the center line where his vehicle ultimately struck in the right rear by a Kenworth tractor trailer. After the collision, the truck struck a ditch, and the driver, who was allegedly not wearing his seatbelt, was taken to the hospital. He died a few hours later.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. You can contact our Baxter Village office in Fort Mill, South Carolina at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
May 3, 2013 | Car Accidents, Uncategorized
The Rock Hill Police Department was entertained last Thursday night when two patrol men ensued in a chase with two defendants, after they ran a stop sign while in their vehicle.
According to the police reports, the search began Thursday night and went well into the early morning hours. The scuffle started when the police observed three men run a st
op sign in their white Cadillac SUV. It was at that point that the officers tried to perform a routine traffic stop, the Cadillac sped away.
While running from the police, the defendants apparently crashed into a parked car, totalling their vehicle. They had to escape the car and began to flee on foot whilst the police were still after them. Only two of the men ran, and to the her man stayed behind and was subsequently detained.
Police were then forced to set up a perimeter with barriers to catch the fleeing defendants. This barrier extended all the way from heckle Boulevard to Crawford Road in Rock Hill. The police, still unable to find then men, then called in the K9 unit to finish the search. The dogs were able to pick up the men’s scent, but then lost track of the defendants after the wild goose chase.
The Rock Hill Police are still searching for these two men and would appreciate any help if you, or someone you know has details on the crime.
Sometimes people make mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes are accidental. In the event you, or someone you know is being charged with a crime, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney today. With our former prosecutor, J. Tyler Burns on your side, he will use his knowledge and skill learned from the other side to diligently argue your case for you. We can be reached at 803-548-4444 or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
May 3, 2013 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A Rock Hill motorcyclist and a van collided last month in Rock Hill, SC.
According to the police reports, the motorcyclist was driving on Anderson Road road on a Thursday afternoon when the weather was a little hazy.
The details are not yet finalized, but the reports state that the motorist some how crashed his motorcycle into the side of a Minivan. The damage to the Minivan and it’s driver was slight, but sadly the same can not be said for the motorcyclist.
The medics reported that the motorcyclist had to be airlifted to Carolinas Medical Center after the collision took place. The driver of the vehicle suffered minor injuries and was taken to Piedmont Medical Center via ambulance.
This is something that is typical of a motorcycle accident. When a person on a motorcycle is involved in an accident with a driver of a vehicle, often time the motorcyclist is the one who suffers the brunt of the injuries. The reason is, because there is not enough to protect someone on a bike like there is with a car. With the injuries being so grave for bikers, the medics typically have them airlifted to the nearest hospital. Sadly, this bill can usually run anywhere from $20,000 to $30,000 depending on the severity and the equipment used.
Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP to discuss your options after you have been involved in a serious motorcycle accident. Call us toll free at 877-374-5999. We are here to help you during this trying time.
Apr 29, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two Charlotte residents were seriously injured in a potentially life-threatening accident when a car ran off the road and struck the side of a building this past weekend.
Apparently a silver SUV was driving and at the time of incident, was at the intersection of Ardery Kell and Rea Road, closer to the Ballantyne side of Charlotte.
There are no details to what actually led to the crash, and alcohol has not been ruled out as a factor. All that is known as of now is that the accident occurred around 10:30 a.m.
Emergency crews arrived on scene just a few minutes later to clear the debris and help the victims. In fact, one of the victims had to be cut from their vehicle with what is commonly referred to as ” the jaws of life.”
Medics arrived on scene thereafter, and took all three injured parties to Carolinas Medical Center, in Dilworth for observation and treatment.
As of right now, the two people in the silver SUV are still in the hospital with, as stated above, potentially life-threatening injuries. The third person was treated for less serious injuries, and sent home the next day.
The roadway was cleared about an hour after the accident occurred. Few details are currently available concerning the accident; yet the investigation and details is still underway and shortly to be released.
Any type of serious injury can bring harm to the victim and his/her loved ones. One may have an action to recover damages for injuries sustained during an accident. Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower,LLP to consult with one of our personal injury attorneys.
Our personal injury attorneys understand the emotional and financial hardships facing persons injured in an accident and want to help you or someone you might know. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Apr 29, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Travellers driving home from church Sunday morning were disappointed to see that traffic 
was at a complete stop on their way to Sunday brunch.
The police reports have stated that a car accident that happened in the early hours Sunday morning closed two lanes until Sunday afternoon.
The location of the car accident was around mile marker 11 on Interstate -77, just past the John Belk Freeway Exit onto Interstate 277. The accident blocked two lanes of traffic for most of the morning and afternoon; forcing crews to work around the clock to clear the way for other drivers.
As of this moment, the exact cause of the accident is still a mystery to all, but the investigation in discovering that cause is still very much underway.
Any type of serious injury can bring harm to the victim and his/her loved ones. One may have an action to recover damages for injuries sustained during an accident. Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to consult with one of our personal injury attorneys. Our personal injury attorneys understand the emotional and financial hardships facing persons injured in an accident and want to help you or someone you might know. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Apr 29, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two North Carolina men were just identified in a terrible car crash that took place in York County on Saturday night.
According to the police reports, the location of the accident was on South Anderson Road, York, South Carolina.
The two young men, ages 27 and 29, were respectively from Mint Hill and Spring Lake, NC. The York County Coroner has stated that the cause of both men’s death was the impact of the car crash, although toxicology reports are still being conducted.
The details of the accidents are as follows: Around 5 p.m. the 27-year-old was driving his 4-door Toyota, with the 29-year-old sitting in the passenger seat. According to the reports, it was the 27-year-old who then side-swiped another vehicle, consequently being forced off the roadway and into a tree.
Both of the North Carolinians were reported to of been wearing their seat-belts at the time of the incident.
The driver of the vehicle that was side-swiped was a 22-year-old female from Catawba, SC. She was also wearing her seat-belt, but suffered injury and was transported to Piedmont Medical Center for treatment. She is expected to make a full recovery.
The driver of the other car involved, a 22-year-old woman from Catawba, was taken to Piedmont Medical Center with minor injuries. She was also wearing a seat belt, Kelly said.
If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a vehicle collision, call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. We can help you with your personal injury claim. For a consultation, you can reach our Charlotte, North Carolina office at 704-499-9000. Further, if you have been injured in South Carolina, you can reach our Baxter Village office in Fort Mill, South Carolina at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
