Jan 3, 2013 | Bus Accidents, Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A Forsyth County Middle School student is dead after being struck by a SUV while crossing the road to board the school bus Wednesday morning.
The accident occurred after the 11-year-old boy had missed the bus, causing the bus driver to turn around and head in the opposite direction. The boy crossed the road to reach the bus when he was struck by an oncoming SUV.
According to the bus-driver, the bus lights were flashing and the arm was extended to warn motorists to stop.
Investigations into the accident are ongoing.
Studies conducted by the NHTSA reveal that in the 414,399 fatal motor-vehicle crashes since 1998, .34 percent (1,409) were classified as school transporation-related crashes. Our children are the most precious cargo on our nation’s roads and highways. Notwithstanding all of the precautions school transportation vehicles are equipped with, accidents still occur. If you or someone you love has been involved in one of these tragic accidents, please call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 3, 2013 | Car Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Two North Carolina truckers are dead after a violent 18-wheeler crash that occurred out of state in Louisiana Wednesday.
The 25-year-old truck driver and his 21-year-old passenger were both pronounced dead on the scene, while another 25-year-old passenger was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.
The tractor-trailer rig crashed Wednesday morning on Interstate 12 when the large vehicle ran off the highway, struck trees, and caught fire.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
In the United States, approximately 500,000 accidents involving large commercial vehicles happen every year. Although these large vehicles play a huge part in our nation’s economy, commercial vehicles present dangers for road users. If you or someone you know has been involved in a crash involving a tractor-trailer or otherwise, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 3, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
A major crash involving a Fire Department truck and a car sent at least one person to the hospital Wednesday in Charlotte.
The crash occurred at West Boulevard and South Tryon Street in the center of the intersection, and caused major delays for motorists. Officials say the emergency vehicle entered the intersection with lights and sirens at the time of the collision.
One person was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries, the extent of which are unknown.
According to officials, none of the firefighters were injured in the crash.
Reports examining data for fatal and nonfatal traffic accidents on a nationwide scale reveal that there is an average of 2,472 fire trucks involved in police-reported accidents in the United States each year. If you or a loved one is injured in a serious accident involving an emergency vehicle, call the competent and experienced Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 2, 2013 | Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
With the New Year’s Holiday approaching, North Carolina Highway Patrol is urging motorists to bring in the new year safely by refraining from driving while impaired, remembering to wear seat belts and staying focused while on the road.
Last year, North Carolina experienced ten motor-vehicle fatalities between Christmas and New Year’s.
Already, two fatalities have been reported this year as of 11:59 p.m. Christmas day.
North Carolina troopers have investigated a shocking 5,545 collisions attributed to alcohol impairment this year. This number is an unfortunate increase from last year’s total. That’s why it’s more important than ever to ask motorists to practice safe driving techniques while celebrating the New Year. Whether it’s New Year’s eve or any other day of the year, if you are involved in a serious accident, you need competent and experienced representation as you map your most successful path to recovery. Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 2, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
I’m sure you have heard many people say that they have either been involved, or know someone who has filed a personal injury suit.
What is important to note, however, is to know the ends and outs of what a filing a “personal injury” suit really means?
First and foremost, you need to make sure that the statute of limitations has not run on your claim yet. In other words, if it has been more than three years since your injury, then you are barred from bringing a personal injury claim in South Carolina.
Moreover, you need to understand that the laws have changed drastically and are ever-changing. What this means is that you need to contact a personal injury attorney who knows the laws, and knows how to make the laws work for you.
We have all heard our second cousin, or our Aunt say something along the lines as “When I got injured in a car accident 22 years ago, I got almost $200,000 dollars!” This is certainly not only the case.
South Carolina recognizes what is called “modified comparative negligence,” which means that if you are more at fault then the defendant, you will not be permitted to recover anything. However, let’s assume that you were 30% at fault, and the defendant was 70% at fault. This means you are eligible to recover for your losses and your personal injuries due to the accident, whether it is via car, motorcycle, or tractor-trailer.
If you have been injured in a car accident, or any accident that was serious for that matter, and the accident was less than three years ago, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999 for a free consultation with our seasoned and experienced attorneys.
Dec 31, 2012 | Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
According to North Carolina Highway Patrol, a 48-year-old North Carolina man is dead after being struck by a car while he was pushing his stalled SUV on McArthur Road.
The man was pushing his 1995 Ford SUV early Wednesday morning wen he was struck from behind by a man driving a 2013 Hyundai.
The 31-year-old driver of the Hyundai was charged with driving under the influence.
There was also a woman witness who had been steering the SUV. However, she left the scene after the accident.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident.
Studies reveal that of the 10,839 people who were killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes in 2009 were drivers with a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher. The remaining fatalities that year consisted of 2,891 motor-vehicle occupants and 667 non-occupants. If you plan on consuming alcohol, be sure to make plans for your traveling or arrange for a designated driver. Unfortunately, drunk driving continues to injure people and take lives, despite widespread action to counteract and prevent its occurrence. If you have been involved in a drunk driving incident, call the Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
