Nov 2, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Dozens of people have gathered to raise money for a Charlotte woman and her daughter after they were seriously injured in a recent motorcycle crash in Charlotte.
The silent auction fund-raiser is taking place at Amo’s Southend to raise money for medical and household bills.
The woman and her daughter were injured in a crash that happened in July on Interstate 485 in July.
Both the woman and her daughter were in a coma for several weeks after the accident. The woman has just recently begun walking and talking. She cannot begin work until doctors determine just how severe her brain injuries are. Luckily, her daughter has fully recovered after coming out of the coma.
Studies from NHTSA reveal that 4,502 motorcyclists were killed and 82,000 injured in 2010. Motorcycles can be a blast and a fun escape from the confines of a car; however, it’s no mystery that motorcyclists are more vulnerable to serious injury given their exposed nature. So it’s especially important for road users to share the road and stay aware of the presence of motorcyclists. If you have been in a serious motorcycle accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 30, 2012 | Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
An investigation continues after a fatal motorcycle crash occurred Sunday night in Concord.
According to police, a 41-year-old Harrisburg man was traveling southwest on Roberta Road in Concord when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed. The motorcycle driver was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.
Investigators found that speed was a contributing factor in the crash. However, no other vehicles or persons were involved in the crash.
Speeding costs lives and as the speed of a motor vehicle increases, the chances of being in a potentially fatal crash increase exponentially. This fact is especially dangerous for motorcyclists who are especially vulnerable to injury or death on the road. So it’s important that motorists stay aware of motorcycles and bikers stay visible to other drivers. If you are involved in a serious accident, take a critical step on your path to recovery by calling the Car Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 29, 2012 | Bus Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Uncategorized
A crash involving a CATS bus and a motorcycle on Friday night has left at least two injured.
The crash happened at the 1500 block on N. Tryon Street at around 10:25 p.m. after the bus, making a left turn from N. Tryon Street onto Dalton Avenue, turned in front of a 1999 Yamaha Motorcycle traveling south on N. Tryon Street.
The motorcyclist was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center with life threatening injuries.
At the time of the crash, the bus had 12 passengers. One passenger was transported to Carolinas Medical Center with minor injuries.
Police continue to investigate the crash.
It’s important for all motorists to remember that motorcyclists have the very same rights and privileges as any other motor vehicles on the road. Therefore, motorist should not hesitate to share the road and stay alert to the presence of motorcyclists. Further, motorcycles are encourages to stay visible to other drivers. If you have ever been involved in a serious motorcycle accident, call 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free and speak directly with one of the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. You and your loved ones can breath easy with the best accident attorneys in their corner.
Oct 24, 2012 | Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A crash involving two motorcycles has left one of the two motorcyclists dead after over a week of hospitalization.
According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police, the 42-year-old motorcyclist died Saturday at Carolinas Medical Center after being there since the day of the crash on September 29.
On the day of the crash, the two motorcyclists were riding their motorcycles outbound on Rozzelles Ferry Road when one or both men lost control and crashed.
According to authorities the men were speeding and both were charged with driving while impaired.
Motorcycles certainly have a special appeal as an escape from the every day confines of the car; however, it’s no mystery that when it comes to traffic collisions, not much stands between a motorcyclist and the road. So if you or someone you love has been injured due to an accident, call the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to discuss your recovery plan.
Call us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Hire the best motorcycle accident attorneys with whom you can invest the most confidence!
Oct 9, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Uncategorized
A crash involving a motorcycle and two other vehicles left a woman dead and her husband injured in east Charlotte late Saturday night.
The crash happened around 9:51 p.m. on East Independence Boulevard when the driver of a Harley Davidson motorcycle approached slowing traffic due to road maintenance on the left hand shoulder of the road.
The driver of the motorcycle, attempting to avoid a crash, applied his brakes, started to skid and crashed into the back of a Pontiac Grand Am that was stopped in the middle lane.
The passenger on the bike, the driver’s wife, was thrown from the motorcycle upon impact.
The motorcycle then crashed into the back of a Ford Windstar in the left lane.
Both the driver of the motorcycle and his wife passenger were transported to Carolinas Medical Center Main; however, she did not survive her injuries from the crash.
No one else involved in the crash was injured.
Motorcycles may be fun to ride, and an escape from the every day confines of the car; however, it’s no mystery that when it comes to traffic collisions, not much stands between a motorcyclist and the road. So if you or someone you love has been injured due to an accident, call the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to discuss your recovery plan. We can investigate all aspects of a serious 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 motorcycle accident attorneys with whom you have the most confidence in!
Oct 4, 2012 | Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A motorcyclist suffered life-threatening injuries after being involved in a crash on the 8800 block of Pineville-Matthews Road near Park road. The crash occurred around 9 a.m.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police had to block a portion of Pineville-Matthews Road near Interstate 485 while conducting an investigation.
The motorcyclist was airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Motorcycles can be enjoyable to ride, and an escape from the every day confines of the car. However, there are also some serious dangers associated with the ride. When travelling in York County and the Rock Hill area, it is important to be extra cautious on the rural roads.
If you or someone you love has been injured due to a motorcycle accident, call the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to discuss your recovery plan. We can investigate all aspects of a serious 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 motorcycle accident attorneys with whom you have the most confidence in!
