Oct 4, 2012 | Pedestrian Accidents, Premises Liability, Uncategorized
A pedestrian was seriously injured just north of uptown Charlotte when a vehicle struck him while crossing a four-lane street Tuesday evening.
The crash occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m. at the intersection of Statesville and Holland avenues.
According to police, the pedestrian crossed two lanes of traffic to the median, but was struck as he attempted to cross the remaining two lanes.
The pedestrian was not using a crosswalk. His injuries, while serious, were not life threatening.
As of now, the driver who struck the pedestrian is not facing any charges.
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.
Taking the right precautions can make the difference of life or death. However, even the most vigilant of drivers and cautious 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. Hire the best accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
Oct 3, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Workers' Compensation
In late August,emergency crews were rushed to the scene of an accident involving a dump truck and train colliding, right on the border of North and South Carolina and ending in serious injury.
Officials have reported that the accident occurred around 11:00 a.m., right before the North Carolina state line. The South Carolina Highway Patrol states that a CSX train was heading westward when it collided with a 2005 Volvo dump truck.
At the location of the accident, there were no “cross arms,” nor any lights to lead the way. Thus, when the dump truck was crossing over the train track, he was unable to see the train coming towards him.
Consequently, the dump truck driver had to be airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries.
The Highway Patrol and State Transport Police are investigating.
Whether you’ve been involved in a car wreck with another automobile, tractor-trailer truck, or motorcycle, serious motor vehicle accidents are our primary practice area. Our accident attorneys have over 75 years combined trial experienced and have assisted countless injured individuals and their families since 1989.
As a former ICU Registered Nurse (RN), attorney Robert J. Reeves has personally treated seriously injured persons and understands the long-term, and oftentimes permanent, consequences of catastrophic accidents. Please contact us today at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free and speak with one of our experienced attorneys.
Oct 3, 2012 | Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Yesterday in Robeson County, a woman was attacked by dogs to the point of fatality. According to the police report, the woman was apparently attempting to break up a fight that ignited between her two dogs.
All that is currently being released is bare details; specifically, the woman was said to of used a rake to try to end the dog fight, but her attempts were futile. The dogs were strong and overpowered the woman.
When the deputies arrived, the woman was laying by the fence in her backyard lifeless. They pronounced her dead on scene. The sheriff reported that there was a group of dogs large dogs, with one smaller dog.
The woman was removed from her yard, and the dogs were subsequently impounded.
There is no greater loss than losing a loved one, but it is especially hard when you don’t have any warning. Someone else’s negligence can change your life forever in a fatal accident. We are experienced wrongful death attorneys and are here to help get you through this nightmare and find those answers. We represent and protect those left behind. Please contact the wrongful death attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower and let us evaluate your claim. Call us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free and speak with one of our experienced attorneys.
Oct 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two people who were shot on Central Avenue drove away from the scene and crashed their car into a median on Eastway Drive early Saturday morning.
The incident occurred around 2:15 a.m. After the two individuals crashed their car, another driver picked them up and drove them to the hospital.
According to authorities, both victims suffered serious injuries. Police continue to search for the suspect who shot these two individuals.
With motor vehicle travel being the number one 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. Every trip to the store or drive across town presents its own set of risks. Therefore, it is necessary to stay informed and take appropriate safety precautions.
The Car Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be injured in a serious car accident. 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.
Oct 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Four people, including three children, were hospitalized after crashing head-on into a tractor-trailer on U.S. 64 East near N.C. 109 in Davidson County Saturday.
According to authorities, the crash occurred around 2 p.m. when a eastwardly bound Nissan passenger car collided with a tractor-trailer that was headed in the opposite, westbound lane.
All four people in the car were transported to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, three with serious injuries and one with critical injuries. The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured.
Studies from 2010 reveal that 3,675 people were killed and 80,000 people injured in crashes involving large trucks. During that same year, 276,00 large trucks were involved in traffic crashes. Of the fatalities involving large trucks reported in 2010, 76 percent were occupants of other vehicles, 10 percent were nonoccupants, and 14 percent were occupants of the large trucks.
Although truck drivers are required to have more skills than the normal driver, the shear size of these vehicles provides reason enough to exercise caution. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, the Tractor-Trailer Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. Call us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 2, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two teens were injured when the car they were in crashed into a CATS bus in South Park Tuesday morning.
According to authorities, the driver of the car was turning onto Barclay Downs Road from Ferncliff Road when the driver lost control and crashed into the bus.
A portion of Barclay Downs drive was blocked off as crews worked to clear the scene. The car the teens were riding in suffered heavy damage to the front end.
Luckily, the driver of the bus did not suffer any injuries and was the only person on the bus at the time of the crash.
In 2009, a total of 3,466 teenagers ages 13-19 were killed in motor vehicle crashes. This accounted for approximately a third of all teenage deaths that year. Additionally, 16 year olds have a higher crash rate than any other age group of drivers. Road safety is a responsibility for all road users, regardless of age. That’s why it’s important for teens to have strong encouragement from parents, teachers, and other mentors to practice safe driving in those primitive years on the road.
The Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be injured in a serious car accident. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, our seasoned litigators 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.
