Sep 19, 2012 | Bus Accidents, Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Police are searching for the driver that is responsible for running a school bus full of students off a road near Lancaster Wednesday morning.
The suspect was driving a white, four-door Chevy car. The driver forced the bus off Highway 521 into a telephone pole and then fled the scene.
24 Andrew Jackson Middle School students were on board that day. Luckily, no one was injured.
Rock Hill Bus Accident Attorneys
Since 2001, almost 1,400 people have died in school transportation related crashes. Of the 363,839 crashes that occurred between the years 2001-2010, 1,236 were classified as school related transportation crashes. Every day, millions of parents across the United States trust a school bus driver with their child’s safety. However, with motor vehicle travel being the most common mode of transportation in the country, accidents are bound to happen to even the most careful drivers.
Whether it’s the ride to school, work, or play, the Bus Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be involved in a serious accident. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, our seasoned litigators can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. We can investigate all aspects of the accident and hold all parties accountable for your loss. Call us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Hire the best bus accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Sep 19, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two lanes on Interstate 77 north near WT Harris Boulevard and Interstate 485 were closed while North Carolina Highway Patrol and firefighters searched for the victims involved in a crash that sent two cars off the road and into the woods.
The crash occurred around 9:20 pm, and first responders reported seeing two cars that had gone off the highway. Two people, one from each vehicle involved in the crash, were taken to Carolinas Medical Center-Main to be treated for serious injuries.
According to authorities, alcohol is suspected to have played a roll in the crash.
Charlotte Car Accident Attorneys
The rate of traffic deaths that occur at night are three times higher than those that occur during the day. Night driving presents an entirely new set of hazards that many drivers may not be aware of or don’t know effective ways to deal with them. The most obvious reason for this is the fact that it is dark. This fact is particularly significant since an alarming ninety percent of a driver’s reaction depends on vision, which is severely limited at night. After sundown, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color recognition are all compromised. Therefore, taking a few simple precautions could make a difference of life or death for you and your loved ones. If you are driving at night, be sure that your car is prepared for driving. Ensure that all of your lights are working properly and are properly aimed. Never drink and drive and avoid smoking while driving. Reduce your speed and increase your following distances. If you find yourself fatigued, make frequent stops for light snacks and/or exercise.
The Car Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be injured in a serious car accident no matter what time of day. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, our seasoned litigators can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. We can investigate all aspects of the accident and hold all parties accountable for your loss. Call us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Hire the best accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Sep 19, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Car Accidents, Uncategorized
A car collision took place last Thursday evening, where two Fort Mill motorists were travelling in the opposite direction and hit each other ” head-on.” Due to the accident, the Fort Mill police and fire departments had to block off Springfield Parkway, near Merritt Road to investigate the collision. The accident involved a 22-year-old man from Lancaster, and a 33-year-old man from Indian Land.
It has been reported that both vehicles were “sedan-type” vehicles that both had to be towed. The two drivers were driving on opposite sides of the road, and somehow, one of the cars passed over the double-yellow line into the other lane. It was at that moment the two cars collided. One of the drivers is reported to of suffered a head injury, while the other is suffering from a leg injury. It has not yet been determined whether or not the injuries are life-threatening, however, the accident was severe enough that both drivers were transported via helicopter instead of by ambulance.
The Fort Mill Head Injury Attorneys
I, like many of you reading this blog, am a fellow Fort Mill resident, and travel Springfield Parkway on my way to work everyday. It is a tragedy to know that two individuals have suffered injuries due to the a collision on one of our highly traveled roads. There are three different schools located on this road. There are stretches of this particular road that are not too well-lit. In fact, at times even I am frightened to travel that road at night.
If you or a loved one find yourselves in the same situation, and suffer a head injury due to any sort of serious accident, please contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. Litigation maybe the only avenue to take to recover the medical costs and other damages that you may have lost. For more information on your options, please call us at 877-374-5999 for a private consultation to evaluate your case. Hire the best South Carolina Head Injury Attorneys with whom you have the most confidence!
Sep 19, 2012 | Car Accidents, Uncategorized
There was a deadly motorcycle accident Saturday morning on Edmund Highway in Lexington, South Carolina, near Columbia.
The 45 year old motorcycle rider died when he ran into the rear of a pick-up truck. Current police reports do not show if any driver was ticketed, but rear-end collisions rarely result in tickets for the person rear-ended.
The biker died at the Lexington scene from head and body trauma.
The accident investigation is being conducted by the Lexington County Coroner’s office, the South Carolina Highway Patrol, and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department.
Columbia Car Accident Attorneys
If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in any sort of accident, you need serious personal injury representation. Call the attorneys of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower at 877-374-5999. We can help you get your best possible recovery.
Sep 19, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A South Carolina Highway Patrol Officer was cited last Tuesday for driving too fast. Apparently, while the officer was travelling down Interstate 85, he hydroplaned on the wet road, flipping his vehicle over.
During the course of the accident, the Officer suffered minor injuries, was treated and then released from the Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. His injuries may have been more severe, had the officer not been wearing his seatbelt.
The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department handled the investigation, as it was their police officer whom was involved. Luckily, there were no other vehicles involved in this single-car wreck.
The Rock Hill Car Wreck Attorneys
Fortunately, no one was seriously injured in the aforementioned accident. However, that is not always the case. Often times, people are seriously injured in car wrecks, and the damage is more than just a car repair bill. With the Fall season just around the corner, all drivers must be extra vigilant when driving in the rain. Some drivers are less expirenced than others, especially some of the younger drivers. With Winthrop University being in the heart of the city, diligence is necessary to ensure the safety of our students, family members, and friends.
If you, or someone who you care about has been involved in any sort of serious car wreck, please call the lawyers at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to evaluate your claim. Contact us today and speak directly with one of our car wreck attorneys at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. We want to help you get the recovery you deserve.
Sep 18, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Apparently, a trash can is to blame for a serious four-vehicle accident on I-26. The collision injured two people, but caused thousands to be late for work this past Monday.
According to the police report, the accident occurred when a car stopped on the bridge to avoid hitting a trashcan that was left in the roadway. From there, the chain-reaction crash continued with the second car rear-ending the first vehicle. The third vehicle then rear-ended the second, and the fourth vehicle hit the third, causing it to flip over.
The four car pile-up caused all but one of the four highway lanes to be closed down while emergency crews rapidly worked on cleaning up the mess.
The South Carolina Car Accident Attorneys
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of traffic fatalities has been unexpectedly increasing as the months go on. In fact, for the first three months of 2012, the number of fatalities was at an all-time high.
NHTSA further released that approximately 7,630 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes in the first quarter, a 13.5 percent jump over the same period in 2011. With these numbers increasing at the rate they are, one can never be too safe while driving.
However, in the event that you or a loved one are involved in a motor vehicle collision, please contact the car accident attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to have your claim evaluated! Litigation maybe the only avenue to take to recover the medical costs and other damages that you may have lost. For more information on your options, please call us at 877-374-5999 for a private consultation to evaluate your case.
