Sep 20, 2012 | Bus Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Emergency responders rushed to the scene of a crash that occurred on Monday afternoon between a CATS bus and a tractor-trailer.The crash happened at the intersection of West Tyvola Road and Tyvola Centre Drive at approximately 3:30 p.m.
According to a spokesperson for CATS, the bus was making a routine stop when they were hit by the tractor-trailor in the rear. The bus was hit so hard by the truck that it turned on its side. There were 11 people on the bus during the crash.Nine people were transported to area hospitals, including the bus driver, all with non-life threatening injuries.
Police shut down the inbound and outbound lanes of Tyvola Road for several hours while they investigated the crash.
Charlotte Tractor-Trailer Accident Attorneys
Accidents in the U.S. involving large trucks killed 3,675 people and injured 80,000 in 2010. A startling 276,000 large trucks were involved in traffic crashes that year. Truck drivers transport mass quantities of goods and materials across the country and beyond. With the U.S. being one of the worlds most powerful economies, there is seemingly no end in sight for the need for heavy trucks to carry out the demands of trade and distribution. This reality, however, means that the every day driver shares the road with these mammoth vehicles. Although truck drivers are required to have certain skills beyond that of the normal driver, risks associated with large trucks remain present and the threat of accidents looms nevertheless.
The Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even the best trained truck drivers on the road are sometimes involved in accidents, potentially causing serious injury or even death. When someone you love has been killed in a serious accident involving a large truck or tractor trailer, our seasoned litigators can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. We can investigate all aspects of the death 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 wrongful death attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Sep 20, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Two people were injured in a crash involving three vehicles, one of which was a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department cruiser Tuesday afternoon on Interstate 77.
The crash occurred near mile marker 12 on the northbound lanes of I-77 around 4 p.m.
An officer had stopped a white sedan on the shoulder when a black truck crashed into both the sedan and the patrol car. Luckily, the officer was able to jump away from the wreck, suffering only an abrasion to his right forearm. According to officials the 36-year-old woman driving the black truck was charged with failure to reduce speed and failure to yield to a stopped emergency vehicle.
Two of four lanes were blocked as a result of the crash. Backups extended up to the Clanton Road exit.
Two people were transported to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
Charlotte Car Accident Attorneys
With motor vehicle travel being the most common means of transportation in the U.S., it’s not surprising that motor vehicle crashes were the cause of 90 deaths per day in 2010. In fact, an alarming 32,885 people were killed in the estimated 5,419,000 police reported motor-vehicle crashes that occurred that year. There are precautions you can take, however, to help protect yourself and your family and to also help decrease the number of deaths and injuries on our nation’s highways. Firstly, never drink and drive. It’s always safer to call a cab or a friend. Also, obey posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more you increase your risk of being involved in a crash. Try to avoid distractions like eating, texting or fiddling with electronic devices. Stay alert and never drive while you are feeling fatigued or drowsy. Lastly, always be sure that you and all of your passengers are wearing a seat belt or are properly restrained before you begin your drive.
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.
Sep 19, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Traffic was tied up on both sides of Interstate 85 on Tuesday morning after a fiery, tractor-trailer crash that resulted in the death of one woman occurred after 11 a.m.
Bystanders on the scene report seeing a tractor-trailer with its front end demolished and the remnants of a small, mangled and burned red car. Both the tractor-trailer and the car had been fully engulfed in flames at one point during the crash.
The truck driver was able to escape the flames just in time; however, the woman in the red car was not so fortunate and was killed in the wreck.
All northbound lanes of Interstate 85 near the Little Rock Road exit were shut down for over two hours.
Authorities commented that it was not yet clear whether charges will be filed.
Charlotte Wrongful Death Attorneys
In 2010, accidents in the United States involving large trucks killed 3,675 people and injured 80,000. An alarming 276,000 large trucks were involved in traffic crashes. Truck drivers operate heavy trucks to transport goods and materials across the country and beyond. With the U.S. being one of the worlds most powerful economies, there is seemingly no end in sight for the need for heavy trucks to carry out the demands of trade and distribution. This reality, however, means that the every day driver shares the road with these mammoth vehicles. Although truck drivers are required to have certain skills beyond that of the normal driver, risks associated with large trucks remain present and the threat of accidents looms nevertheless.
The Wrongful Death Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even the best trained truck drivers on the road are sometimes involved in accidents, potentially causing serious injury or death. When someone you love has been killed in a serious accident involving a large truck or tractor trailer, our seasoned litigators can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. We can investigate all aspects of the death 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 wrongful death attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Sep 19, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Premises Liability, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A missing persons case came to a tragic end late Tuesday night when an elderly woman was struck and killed along Interstate 85.
The crash occurred around midnight along the southbound land of I-85 near Freedom Drive. Authorities say that the 76-year-old woman, who was in the early stages of dementia, was struck and killed just an hour after being reported missing.
The woman was last seen leaving her home, and told neighbors she was going to get her nails done.
She was later spotted by a driver walking into oncoming traffic before she was struck. According to State Highway Patrol, she was hit by two semi trucks traveling southbound. The drivers told authorities that the woman appeared out of nowhere, and that they attempted to swerve, but there was no time. Authorities say that there was nothing the drivers could have done to avoid the crash.
Troopers believe that the woman was disoriented and did not know where she was. According to the woman’s two sons, she had been to the neurologist just last Tuesday at the hospital.
No charges are being filed against the drivers who hit the woman.
Charlotte Head Injury Attorneys
Most pedestrians are hit when attempting to cross the road at places other than intersections. In fact, 63 percent of elderly pedestrian fatalities that occurred in 2010 were at non-intersection locations. With the transportation environment becoming increasingly more complex, and the dominance of vehicles with high speeds and heavy traffic volumes on the main roads, high demands are being placed on pedestrian safety, particularly with regard to the elderly. Yet, people of all populations can be impacted and all pedestrians should protect themselves by staying alert and informed when walking near roads and highways. A few simple tips for pedestrians include walking on the sidewalk. When there is no sidewalk and walking along the road is necessary, walk in the direction facing traffic. When crossing the street, look left, right, and then left again for traffic. Cross marked sidewalks and obey signals. Lastly, make sure drivers can see you by wearing brightly colored clothing.
If you or someone you love has been injured due to a pedestrian accident, call the 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 pedestrian accident attorneys with whom you can invest the most confidence!
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.
Sep 18, 2012 | Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
One person was injured Monday morning when a logging truck overturned in the front yard of a Lancaster SC home.
The accident occured on E. Doc Garris Road, just southeast of the Kirk Air Base. The truck, blocking part of a driveway, rolled over in the front yard of a home.
According to local officials, only one person was injured and was transported to a nearby hospital.
Lancaster Tractor Trailer Accident Attorneys
In 2010, accidents in the United States involving large trucks killed 3,675 people and injured 80,000. An alarming 276,000 large trucks were involved in traffic crashes. Truck drivers operate heavy trucks to transport goods and materials across the country and beyond. The disturbing reality is that every day drivers share the road with these mammoth vehicles. Although truck drivers are required to have certain skills beyond that of the normal driver, risks associated with large trucks remain ever present and the threat of serious accidents are with us all. Always give these trucks plenty of room on the road and plan for the unexpected. Be Safe. Get Home.
The Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even the best trained truck drivers on the road take unnecessary chances and push themselves too hard, potentially causing serious injury or death. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident involving a large truck or tractor trailer, our seasoned litigators will be there to help you and your family get through. We will investigate all aspects of your accident and hold all legally responsible parties accountable for your loss. Call us today to speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Hire the best accident attorneys in whom you and your loved ones have the most confidence. We are here for you.
