Sep 26, 2012 | Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
That is an investigation currently taking place in Columbia over a shooting and two assaults that took place early Sunday morning. The incidents occurred between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m.
According to the police report,the assaults between the victims and assailants was sparked through an argument that escalated to physical contact. The first assault occurred outside of the Thirsty Parrot around 1:00 a.m., where the victim stated that he bumped into the two assailants while walking through the Bar. The victim tried to walk away from the argument, but was subsequently punched in the back of the head by one assailant, and then several times in the face by the other seven assailants. The victim suffered a broken arm.
The second incident, similar to the first, arose at Pop’s New York Pizza; where a verbal argument escalated into yet another physical altercation by the gang. According to a police report, an officer heard several gunshots in the area and then ran to the sound of the gunfire.
The Columbia police department is unsure of the identity of the gang members, but is working diligently to investigate this chain of attacks.
York County Wrongful Death Attorneys
In wrongful death cases, there are potentially two types of benefits. The first is a “survival action” where the decedent lives for even an instant before death. This is where witnesses at the scene or autopsy results are vital. If proven, the decedent’s estate is entitled to medical bills, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering. The second benefit, which does not go through the estate, is for loss of support, services, and companionship, and goes directly to family members.
No matter which type of benefit you may qualify for, please call the wrongful death attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP to help you evaulate your case. We are ready, willing, and able to fight for the justice you deserve. Contact us today to evaluate your claim at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free
Sep 26, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
There was a shooting in NorthWest Charlotte last week around 2:00 p.m. on Taylor Avenue, right off of Beatties Ford Road.
Sadly, the shooters targets were students at the Northwest School of Arts and University Creative Arts Academy. Subsequently, the school had to be placed on lockdown as police searched the nearby neighborhoods for the shooter.
A female was shot, however her injuries are minor.
The Rock Hill Child Injury Attorneys
As we all know and appreciate, small children are the most vulnerable among us, and great care must be taken to protect their safety. Accidents can happen quickly if proper steps are not taken by those in charge of their welfare. Despite our best intentions, however, needless accidents still happen, and injuries will occur. Hopefully, the injuries will be minor.
However, if your child is seriously injured, you need to know what to do first and what to expect. The experienced child injury attorneys of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP are standing by to help. For more information on your options, call us at 877-374-5999 for a private consultation to evaluate your case.
Sep 26, 2012 | Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A car accident took place last Tuesday, around 6:00 p.m. in west Charlotte. The collision injured eight people, two of whom are mere children.
According to CMPD, the accident took place at the intersection of West Boulevard and Old Steele Creek Road.The children were subsequently rushed to the hospital, but luckily, neither of their injuries were considered life threatening.
Unfortunately the same can not be said for one passenger of the vehicle, who currently does have potentially life threatening injuries, according to MEDIC. Of the eight passengers, six were taken to CMC Main, whereas the more seriously injured parties were rushed to Presbyterian Main.
At this moment, all we know is that a “sedan-type” car and the SUV carrying the eight passengers were involved in the accident. However, no details have been released as to fault or cause of the accident.
The Rock Hill Child Injury Attorneys
To minimize or prevent harm if involved in a vehicle accident, it is critical that they be placed in approved child safety seats and that older children be seatbelted, ideally in the center of the back seat. As children grow, the child safety seats change with them, usually based on weight. Follow the guidelines and make sure your child has the proper seat so that they are protected.
If, however, the unthinkable does happen and your child is inured in any sort of serious accident, please contact the child injury attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. We have a team of experienced litigators who are willing to work to get you the help you deserve. Please call us at call us at 877-374-5999, or use the contact form on this page, for a private consultation to discuss your case.
Sep 25, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian that occurred on Friday on Steel Creek Road. According to investigators, a man crossing Steele Creek Road near the intersection of Branch Bend Lane was struck by a 2007 Kia.
A man was driving the Kia with three passengers inside at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was transported to Carolinas Medical Center, but died Saturday Morning.
As of yet, no charges have been filed against the male driver.
Charlotte Wrongful Death Attorneys
Studies conducted in 2010 revealed 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. 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. If you are a pedestrian traveler, be sure stay visible to drivers by wearing bight and/or reflective clothing and carrying a flashlight. Walk and 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. If possible, cross streets at marked crosswalks and intersections and make eye contact with drivers you cross in front of. When crossing, look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
If one of you loved ones has been killed in a wrongful death action, please call the wrongful death attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower and we will evaulate your claim. Contact us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Let us help you get the justice you deserve.
Sep 25, 2012 | Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Since 2005, traffic crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists have risen in number due to distracted drivers, jaywalkers and city roads without crosswalks and sidewalks.
This increase occurred despite the fact that national pedestrian and bicycle fatalities dropped or remained the same over the last decade.
Analyses of N.C. Department of Transportation have determined there to be 12 hot spots in particular for pedestrian accidents. The highest concentration of crashes involving pedestrians happen in uptown Charlotte. Other problem areas are in low income communities, where residents rely more frequently on walking and public transportation.
Charlotte Accident Attorneys
Since January, 14 people have been killed walking or bicycling in Charlotte. Road safety is a responsibility for all road users. However, pedestrians and bicyclists can take extra precautions to ensure that the inherent vulnerability of traveling around motor vehicles can be mitigated as much as possible. If walking or biking, be sure stay visible to drivers by wearing bight and/or reflective clothing. Bikers should have reflectors and lights mounted on both the front and the back of their bike. Position yourself clear of buses, hedges, parked vehicles, and other hazards before crossing streets. Always walk on the sidewalk or on the road facing traffic if there is no sidewalk. Bike in the same direction as traffic, however. If possible, walkers should cross streets at marked crosswalks and intersections and make eye contact with drivers you cross in front of. When crossing, look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
Taking the right precautions can make the difference of life or death. However, even the most cautious pedestrians and bicyclists 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. Hire the best accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Sep 25, 2012 | Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A Charlotte woman who was speeding and apparently on drugs crashed into a CATS bus causing her 2-year-old to be ejected from her car Friday afternoon in southwest Charlotte.
The crash happened on South Tryon near Yorkmont Road at approximately 3:30 p.m. The woman driver was traveling northbound on South Tryon Street when her car sideswiped into a 2001 Chrysler Concorde. She then slammed into a CATS bus and her 2-year-old son was ejected from the car.
South Tryon was blocked on both sides for 2 hours while crews worked to clear the scene. The 2-year-old was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center with serious injuries. The woman was also transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Investigators of the crash in a preliminary investigation found that the child was not properly restrained in the child seat.
The woman driver has been arrested and charged with DWI, no operators license, reckless driving, failure to reduce speed, child restrain violation, and two counts of felony serious injury by vehicle.
Charlotte Car Accident Attorneys
Car crashes are the number one killer of children in the U.S. ages 1 to 12. The best way to protect children in the car is to ensure that they are in the right seat, at the right time, and in the right way. With the growing number of options among car seat types and models, it’s more important than ever to stay informed about which one is right for your child. The right car seat or booster should fit your child, your car, and your traveling obligations. Once you find the right fit, the next step is making sure that you are using the seat correctly every time you and your child travel.
Taking the right precautions can make the difference of life or death. However, even the most vigilant of drivers 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. Hire the best accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
