Nov 16, 2012 | Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
One person is in critical condition after a two-car crash involving a stolen truck in Matthews early Wednesday morning.
According to Police, the 57-year-old driver was injured after his small white Mazda truck flipped after hitting a F-250 truck on Idlewild Road near Matthews Pineville Road on Wednesday morning around 4:30 a.m.
Emergency crews on the scene had to extricate the man from the truck after being trapped from the crash.
The driver of the second truck had stolen the F-250. After the crash, he jumped from the vehicle and ran from the scene.
The truck was one of several that had been broken into at a Charlotte home. Other stolen property was found in the truck as well.
Police and emergency crews were able to reopen Idlewild Road after clearing the scene around 7:30 a.m.
On average in the United States, a car crash kills a person every 12 minutes. Each year, there are over 6 million car accidents, the cause of around 40,000 fatalities per year. The benefits of practicing safe driving techniques cannot be overstated. If you have been injured in a serious motor-vehicle crash, it’s time for you to contact the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two people are suffering from serious injuries after being hit by a car on Monday night.
Paramedics responded to the scene of the collision around 9 p.m. in the 14600 block of Statesville Road.
The two individuals were walking across the road when they were struck by the vehicle. Both were immediately rushed to Carolinas Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.
Police have not yet released the remaining details on the incident.
Studies conducted by the National Highway and Safety Administration reveal that in the year 2010, a pedestrian was killed every 2 hours and injured every eight minutes in traffic collisions in the United States. All road users, pedestrians and motorists alike, are equally responsible for sharing the road. That’s why it’s important that drivers stay alert for all other road users and pedestrians should stay visible for drivers. If you or a loved one is injured in a serious accident, you need trusted and competent attorneys to clear a successful path to recovery. Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police are reaching out to the public for help as they try to find a hit-and-run driver who injured a motorcyclist last Sunday.
According to police, the 37-year-old biker was seriously injured after he swerved to avoid hitting a green, four-door Mercedes Benz sedan on South Tryon Road near Sandy Porter Road.
The motorcyclist was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center.
Police believe the motorist should have damage to the left rear corner of the vehicle.
Studies reveal that motocyclists are 35 times more likely to experience a fatal accident on the road than road users in passenger cars. And in 2006, 88,000 motorcyclists were injured in highway accidents. There is no doubt that hitting the road on two wheels presents a whole new set of risks for motorists. So it’s important for all road users to share the road and motorcyclists practice safe riding techniques. If you are injured in an accident, you need attorneys who are competent and experienced to protect your rights. Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte drivers experienced big delays on Interstate 85 after a multi-car crash during rush hour near uptown Charlotte Thursday evening.
All lanes on I-85 near exit 45 in the University area were shut down after two red sedans and a silver sedan collided around 5:30 p.m.
At least two people had to be extricated from their cars after the crash. They were both transported to area hospitals with life-threatening injuries, according to Medic.
Backups resulting from the crash stretched for about six miles all the way to Interstate 77. All northbound lanes were reopened after crews cleared the scene around 8 p.m.
Recent traffic studies in Charlotte reveal the peak hour motor vehicle crashes occur is between 4 and 5 p.m. Rush hour traffic gets a bad wrap for good reason. Straight after a full days work people are fatigued, stressed and ready to get home. No matter what time of day, if you are injured in a serious accident, Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Bus Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Uptown streets were shut down Tuesday morning after a crash involving a school bus and a pedestrian.
The accident happened around 6:45 a.m. on Tryon Street near Stonewall Street. A portion of Tryon Street was briefly blocked while crews cleared the scene.
Luckily, no one riding the school bus was injured; however, the pedestrian that was struck suffered injuries and was transported to Carolinas Medical Center.
Since 2001, 1,368 people have died in school transportation related crashes—that’s an average of 137 fatalities per year. Moreover, the majority of these fatalities, were occupants of the other vehicles involved. School buses carry our children—the most precious cargo on the road. So the importance of practicing safe driving around school-transportation vehicles cannot be overstated. If you are injured or hurt in a serious accident, protect your rights by calling the trusted Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 15, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Street crews in Charlotte are gearing up for cold weather as the southeast anticipates a colder, wetter winter season.
Crews practiced over the past week at their annual training program. There, the city puts plows and spreaders on dump trucks and drive a simulated course.
According to city officials, it is especially important for drivers to get a feel for the trucks carrying this equipment since Charlotte crews did not really have to use it last year.
According to reports, Charlotte Department of Transportation is striving to prevent accidents by putting preparedness on their side. If Charlotte does see snow this year, the goal is to clear one lane for use on all major thoroughfares.
Experts agree that the best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all. Unfortunately, however, this is not always an option with today’s demanding lifestyles. If you do have to drive in snow or freezing weather, be sure to drive after plows and sanding trucks have been out on the road. Also, be sure to allow plenty of time to get to your destination. No deadlines are worth sacrificing your safety. If you or a loved ones is in a serious accident, it’s essential to have trusted attorneys on your side in finding 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.
One person is in critical condition after a two-car crash involving a stolen truck in Matthews early Wednesday morning.