Sep 21, 2012 | Car Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Last week, a U.S. Marine was traveling back to his base in Virginia when his pick up truck collided with a tractor-trailer, killing he and his family in the fiery crash. The Marine was traveling with his wife, and their infant child, when they wrecked on Interstate 85 in South Carolina.
According to the Coroner’s report, the collision occurred last Tuesday, around 8:00 p.m. The Marine’s pick-up truck is said to of lost control and then crossed over the median, crashing into the tractor-trailer. The wife was driving the vehicle, while her 22-year-old husband rode passenger, and their 6-month-old was strapped safely in the back seat. Upon collision, the pick-up truck burst into flames. However, it was the impact that took the life of three family members, not the fire.
The driver and passenger riding in the tractor-trailer both escaped the accident unscathed.
The Rock Hill Wrongful Death Attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower
The trial attorneys of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP, are experienced wrongful death accident attorneys. They know the intricacies involved in these cases. As a former Registered Nurse (RN) working in intensive care, attorney Robert J. Reeves understands complex anatomy and physiology and can explain trauma and autopsy findings. As former insurance defense attorneys, both Mr. Reeves and attorney Art Aiken know what to look for, what to look out for, and how to prepare for trial. We welcome the opportunity to sit down and personally discuss your case. Call us today for a private consultation at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Let us evaluate your case for you doing this difficult time in you, and your family’s lives. Hire the best wrongful death accident attorneys with whom you have the most confidence in.
Sep 21, 2012 | Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Workers' Compensation
A man working at Marshall Steam Plant in Catawba County was trapped in a bulldozer at the plant Wednesday morning.
The emergency call was received around 6:15 a.m., where the authorities were told that the bulldozer fell in a hole where they put coal, and trapped the worker inside. Luckily, the emergency crews were able to lower down a ladder and free the worker, without the worker suffering any serious or life-threatening injuries.
In the event that the worker has been seriously hurt at while ” on the job,” he would have a valid workers compensation claim in the state of South Carolina.
The Rock Hill Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
After being injured at work, many of our clients are initially afraid of losing their jobs and are not sure if they even want to pursue a claim. In these difficult times, these are good people in tough financial situations that need help.
Attorney Robert J. Reeves has practiced workers’ compensation law for over 22 years and knows how to protect your rights as well as your job. As a former workers’ compensation insurance defense lawyer, he knows what a carrier needs to quickly evaluate your claim and get your benefits started.
Sep 21, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Celebrity Amanda Bynes, from the WB’s ” What I like About You,” and the movie “Easy A'” has been charged with a hit-and-run, in connection with two separate traffic accident violations; one occurring in April, and the other in August of this year.
Apparently, the first incident took place on April 10, followed by the second on August 4th, where Bynes was charged for leaving the scene of two separate accidents, without providing the proper information. There is also suspicion that Bynes was intoxicated during the first traffic violation, which is probably why Bynes did not want to provide the requisite information.
According to Bynes’ Los Angeles attorney, the actress’ arraignment has been scheduled for September 27th. She had not yet pled guilty to either charge.
The Rock Hill Car Accident Attorneys
Each state statute is different in accordance with the laws of ” hit-and-run” accidents. Ms. Bynes has apparently violated that California statute, as she would have also violated South Carolina’s. Pursuant to our state’s statute, “the driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or the death of a person immediately shall stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident or as close to it as possible. ”
He then shall return to and in every event shall remain at the scene of the accident until he has fulfilled the requirements given by state law.
If you or a loved one are involved in a hit-and-run accident, please contact the law office of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. Litigation maybe the only way that you can recover the damages you have incurred.Please contact us at www.rjrlaw.com, or call us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Let us evaluate your claim for you.
Sep 21, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A 33-year-old Berkeley resident was killed last Sunday night in a horrible motorcycle accident involving another vehicle.
According to the Berkeley County Coroner’s report, the accident occurred near Highway 17A, right across from Mountain Pine Road. The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department says that a jeep was making a left turn, when the motorcycle crashed into the vehicle. The victim was apparently not wearing a helmet, which added to the impact during the collision. The driver of the Jeep, however, was reported to have no injuries.
Currently, the case has been handed over to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, where they are investigating this deadly crash.
Safety is key and must always come first when travelling the roads. Specifically, where a motorcycle is involved, one must be extra cautious, as a motorcycle accident usually ends in fatality. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are a few helpful tips to ensure motorcycle safety:
- Watch the no-zones, large blind spots on either side of trucks.
- Always wear a helmet.
- Drive to survive, keeping aware of everything on the road. Remember that all rules of the road apply to bikes as well as automobiles.
- Inspect your bike and any protective gear before each ride.
- Watch your speed. Motorcycles accelerate faster than any other vehicles and trucks and buses the slowest.
If, however, you or a loved one find yourself involved in a motorcycle collision of any sort, please contact the motorcycle accident attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. We understand that claim is very important, and are ready, willing, and able to hear your case. Please contact us at www.rjrlaw.com, or call us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Sep 20, 2012 | Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Two Rock Hill residents were severely injured Monday morning after a tractor accident involving a power pole. For the son, the injury ended in fatality, and the father was seriously burned.
The York County emergency officials state that the 31-year-old son was killed after the tractor collided with the power pole on S.C. Highway 324. The family reported that the fathered was burned, as he tried to push his only son out-of-the-way of the machine.
The father, a Vietnam veteran and Bronze Star recipient was flown to the burn center in Augusta, Georgia with burns to his arms, legs, and left side.
The is currently an investigation being conducted by Duke Energy into this matter.
The Wrongful Death Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower
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.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.
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.
