Nov 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a well-known Charlotte homeless man.
The 58-year-old man, nicknamed “Chilly Willy,” was struck by a 2009 Hyundai Sonata on the 1900 block of East 7th Street at around 9 p.m. Thursday evening.
The man apparently walked out into the roadway from the south side when he was struck by an oncoming car.
The 65-year-old woman driving the car is not currently facing any charges.
Once authorities have filed a report, the Charlotte Department of Transportation will will begin an investigation of the crash. Moreover, safety engineers are gathering crash data for the 1900 block of 7th Street where the crash occurred.
Studies by the NHTSA in 2010 reveal that 4,280 pedestrians were killed and an estimated 70,000 were injured in traffic crashes in the U.S. On average, a pedestrian was killed every 2 hours and injured every eight minutes in traffic collisions. All road users are expected to share the road, pedestrians and drivers alike. Despite your best efforts, if you or a loved one is still involved in a serious accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 22, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Pedestrian Accidents, Uncategorized
In March of this year, a Rock Hill man was arrested and charged with a felony DUI when he hit a bicyclist with his vehicle, and then fled the scene of the crime.
Accordingly, the accident occurred on a Friday evening, where the cyclist was travelling alongside Heckle Boulevard. The details are a little hazy, but the defendant apparently hit the cyclist, and then just kept driving.
Sadly, this “hit-and-run” accident took the life of the cyclist. It is unknown whether his fatality occurred immediately upon impact, or if the pedestrian could have survived.
The defendant stopped a few minutes later down the road, only after witnesses had already reported the defendants vehicle to officers.
He was subsequently charged with Felony DUI for his criminal behavior.
Although a misdemeanor, being charged with “drunk driving” is a very serious offense. Even if it is your first one and you did not cause an accident or injure anyone, the stigma and long-term consequences are quite harsh. If convicted or you agree to plead guilty, you will lose your license and can potentially lose your job. What’s more, you will never be able to get reasonable automobile insurance rates once you have a prior DUI on your permanent record.
In the event that someone loses their life while driving intoxicated, the defendant maybe charged with a Felony DUI. If you, or someone you know has been charged with any sort of DUI, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, to have your claim evaulated today. Call us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 17, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A Speedway race fan was transported to the hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a car at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday night.
The crash happened at approximately 9:15 p.m. Saturday near the pedestrian bridge on Highway 29 when the 66-year-old man was attempting to cross the road. According to police, the man was hit by a 1994 Honda Accord while the man was trying to cross in an area that was not marked by any crosswalk or traffic control device.
The pedestrian was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center and remains in critical condition. The driver of the Honda and her passenger were not injured and, according to police, speed was not a factor in the crash.
No charges have been filed thus far, however, authorities are continuing investigations.
Road safety is a responsibility for all road users, drivers and pedestrians alike. However, pedestrians can take extra precautions to ensure that the inherent vulnerability of walking around motor vehicles can be mitigated as much as possible. Pedestrians should always remember to cross streets at marked crosswalks and intersections and make eye contact with drivers. Lastly, when crossing, pedestrians should look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
Please call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 15, 2012 | Child Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A 16-year-old Rock Hill High School student was reportedly assaulted last Wednesday while waiting for his morning bus to come. Accordingly to the police report, it was actually the mother of the victim who called to report the assault. The report said that the boy apparently had an altercation with another boy while they were waiting at the stop.
The other boy reportedly grabbed the son by the back of his hair and repeatedly punched him in the face; ending with throwing the victim onto the pavement, The report was called in around noon. The victim’s nose was broken, both eyes were black and blue, and his forehead was bruised, following other minor personal injuries.
The boy’s mother is under the assumption that some of the boy’s friend may have witnessed the attack,and deputies took pictures as soon as they arrived on scene.
The boy, however, will not discuss the incident with his police or his mother, yet the RHPD is still conducting an investigation.
Suffering from any sort of attack or accident can leave the victim feeling scared and alone. In fact, sometimes the victim even feels like they may be at fault for the harm that they incurred. These feelings are understandable, but unnecessary. At Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, our expirenced personal and child injury attorneys understadn your fears and concerns. We are standing by and awaiting your phone call at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Contact us today for a free consultation and the differnt paths to recovery that we can take to get you the justice you deserve.
Oct 15, 2012 | Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A 36-year-old Charlotte woman is facing charges after striking a pedestrian walking along a northwest Charlotte road early Sunday morning.
The incident occurred just before 5 a.m. when the pedestrian was hit while walking along Moores Chapel and Sam Wilson roads.
The driver was charged with felony hit-and-run and failure to stop. She was transported to a Mecklenburg County jail on a $5,000 bond.
The condition of the victim is unknown.
Studies from 2010 reveal that approximately 4,280 pedestrians on average were killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. Road safety should be a priority for all road users, drivers and pedestrians alike. Pedestrians, however, can take precautions to ensure that motor vehicle accidents can be mitigated as much as possible. If you are going to be traveling on foot, stay visible to drivers by wearing reflective clothing and carrying a flashlight. Walk and stand clear of buses, hedges, parked vehicles, and other hazards before crossing. Walk on the sidewalk or on the road facing traffic. Cross streets at marked crosswalks and intersections. When crossing, look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
If you have been in any sort of accident, please contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower and speak to an attorney who will 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 at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 12, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte police are searching for a suspect who struck a pedestrian and drove away over the weekend in west Charlotte.
The victim was walking across the street on the 4000 block of Tuckaseegee Road when a SUV struck him, tossing him over 10 feet in the air. According to reports, the SUV momentarily paused before driving away into the night.
The pedestrian did manage to make it home some three blocks away after the incident; however, he has no memory of his walk home.
The pedestrian has suffered minor injuries and will be out of work for two weeks.
Police are continuing their investigation for the hit-and run suspect.
Studies reveal that a pedestrian was killed every 2 hours and injured every eight minutes in traffic collisions in 2010. All road users share the responsibility of road safety. However, pedestrians can take safety precautions that will ensure safer conditions while walking around motor vehicles. If you are traveling on foot, stay visible to drivers by wearing bight colors and carrying a light. Walk and/or stand clear of buses, hedges, parked vehicles, and other hazards before crossing. Always walk on the sidewalk or on the road facing traffic if there is no sidewalk. Cross streets at marked crosswalks and intersections and make eye contact with drivers while you cross.
Taking safety precautions can make the difference of life or death. However, even the most cautious of drivers and pedestrians can be involved in a serious accident. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 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.
