May 7, 2013 | Car Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A tragedy occurred last night when a tractor-trailer collided with a good Samaritan who jumped out of his vehicle to help an overturned SUV near Westinghouse Boulevard.
According to the police reports, the initial accident was between a Mini-van and an SUV that was traveling northbound on I-77 and side-swiped one another, causing the first collision.
Somehow, the SUV ended up in the middle of the interstate in the northbound lanes.
Upon arrival to the scene, a good Samaritan leapt from his vehicle and rushed to the overturned SUV to help the victim lodged in the vehicle.
It was only a few seconds later, and to everyone’s dismay, that a tractor-trailer came zooming by, pushing the SUV several feet across the highway, and killing both men instantly.
The person driving the Mini-van only suffered minor injuries. Sadly, the same can not be said for the man driving the SUV, and the man who graciously risked his life to help the injured.
Interstate 77 had to be shut down for multiple hours while a clean-up crew worked around the clock to have the streets cleaned for all of the morning travelers.
As of this morning, no charges have yet been filed against the tractor-trailer operator. The names of the two victims has yet to be releases.
If you, or someone you know has been injured in a serious car accident, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999. For more information, visit us at www.rjrlaw.com
May 6, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal car accident in Indian Land, where the police found a vehicle that had fallen between two bridges.
The details of the accident are still hazy. What is known is that the first emergency phone call was made at 11:27 a.m.the morning of the accident. The caller stated that they spotted an overturned vehicle in between the intersection of Charlotte Highway( also known as U.S. 521), and Waxhaw Road( or S.C. 75 to the locals.)
The exacts are still unknown, but it is believed that there was a driver and two passengers in the overturned vehicle. The only car to of been reported in the accident was the single, overturned one.
The car is a white 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, found next the the railroads tracks beneath the Charlotte Highway bridge and the Waxhaw Road bridge. The two bridges are right next to the new Lancaster Co. EMS Station on Walnut Creek.
It has not yet been discovered the exact cause of the accident; nor is it known how long the vehicle and the victims were in between the bridges.
If you, or someone you know has been involved in any sort of serious car accident, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP today. For more information, call us toll-free at 877-374-5999.
Apr 17, 2013 | Assault and Battery, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
Tuesday night was grim for one individual in particular when a Charlotte man was shot and left for dead at the scene of the crime.
According to police reports, the man was found dead in his home off of Marlowe Avenue in West Charlotte a little after 11:30 p.m.
A neighbor was responsible for contacting the police, when she heard a group of men yelling at one another, shortly followed by gun shots.
The police have stated that this home in particular had been subject to numerous investigations in its possible interlinking to drug distribution and trafficking.
The police are currently canvassing the entire neighborhood in hopes of finding a witness who knows more details to to incident at hand.
Sadly, all that is known as of now is that a man is dead, and no one is stepping forward to admit or deny anything.
The police have been unable to identify any suspects in this shooting but strongly encourage anyone who had any information to contact the .
Being involved in any sort of altercation can be scary. What is even scarier is when the argument escalates and weapons become involved. If you or someone you know has been involved in a serious accident or even a death, contact the personal injury attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP. We are equipped to handle cases ranged from personal injuries and wrongful deaths, all the way to criminal defense. Contact us today toll-free at 877-374-5999 for a free consultation. Let us help take the burden off your shoulders during these trying times.
Apr 12, 2013 | Car Accidents, Child Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A family wants the world to see the last words their son was about to send while he was texting a driving on that grim night that he crashed his vehicle and lost his life.
Apparently, the victim was a young and vibrant student on the University of Northern Colorado who loved to snowboard and hike, while still managing to maintain a high G.P.A.
He had a clean driving record- not even one speeding ticket to his name. He was killed in a single-car rollover accident earlier this month. Amongst the wreckage and the victim’s belongings, the police found the victim’s cell phone, in which it appears he was in the process of texting at the time of the tragedy.
The text message read as follows: “Sounds good my man, seeya soon, ill tw.” It is obvious that the victim was unable to finish he thought before the accident occurred.
Witnesses have provided a little more detail to the incident and report that the victim appeared to be drifting into oncoming traffic with his head int he downward position, when he suddenly looked up, jerked the steering wheel and over corrected. His car ended up leaving the roadway and doing a complete flip before ending up head down.
The victim’s mother has decided to be extremely proactive in educating others on the dangers of texting and driving. She wants her son’s death to not be in vain, but rather to hopefully save the lives of others who continue to text and drive.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more then 9 people that are killed every day in crashes by distracted drivers. Not to mention, there are around 1,060 people injured a day by distracted drivers.
There are 39 states that have taken the initiative to outlaw texting while driving. Whether you live in those states or not, please think about the distraction and choose to put the phone down. Studies reveal that traffic accident rates for people ages 16 to 22-years-old are the highest out of any other age group of drivers.
It’s clear that youths, through no fault of their own, are the least experienced on the road. That’s why it’s important that parents and mentors take the time to warn youths of the dangers of risky driving and the importance of practicing safe driving techniques. If your teen has been involved in a serious accident, you need an accomplished and trusted attorney on your side. Call the law officers of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP at our SC office at 803-548-4444, our NC office at 704-499-9000 or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
Apr 11, 2013 | Motorcycle Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A Florence man was killed on Wednesday when he was driving his three-wheeled Cam Am motorcycle westbound and abruptly slammed into the back of a halted tractor-trailer.
According to the SC Highway Patrol, the accident occurred around sunset at 6:48 p.m. The location of the accident was in the westbound lanes of US 76 at Francis Marion University.
Apparently, the tractor-trailer had slowed down to stop at the stoplight right outside the University, when the driver of the motorcycle smashed into the back of the truck.
The 32-year-old motorcyclist was travelling to close and did not realize that the tractor-trailer has come to a complete stop at that point.
Moreover, the motorcyclist had not been wearing his helmet at the time of incident; a reoccurring theme is most deaths due to motorcycle accidents.
No charges are expected to be filed against the driver of the tractor-trailer, who was luckily unscathed by the accident.
Studies from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration reveal that 3,675 people were killed and 80,000 people injured in crashes involving large trucks or tractor-trailers in 2010. During that same year, 276,00 large trucks were involved in traffic crashes.
However, it is uncommon to hear of an accident occurring between a motorcyclist and a driver of a tractor-trailer. There is always an increased risk in driving a motorcycle, as there is not nearly as much metal around you for protection To make matters worse, often times people driving motorcycles are not wearing their helmets which can ultimately serve as a death sentence.
If you or a family member is involved in any serious motorcycle accident or tractor-, you will need an attorney to protect your rights and get you on a successful path to recovery. Call the experienced attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower,LLP at 803-548-4444 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Apr 11, 2013 | Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A 79-year-old man passed away Friday after a horrific motorcycle accident that occurred on March 17th of this year.
According to the Chief Investigator of the Greenwood County Coroner’s Office, the man died strictly as result to his cra
sh last month.
The man was in somewhat stable condition for a few days prior to his death. According to reports however,man’s recovery took a turn for the worst when there was hemorrhaging in his brain that was uncontrollable by the doctor’s on staff. It was this serious brain injury that was the ultimate result of the man’s death.
The details of the collision on St. Patrick’s day are clear however. The 79-year-old was riding his motorcycle south on S.C. 225 Bypass, when he collided with a 2002 Pontiac on the driver’s right hand side.
The driver of the Pontiac was also travelling southbound on S.C. 225 Bypass when he attempted to make
a left turn onto Front Line Road.It was at this time that the victim’s motorcycle hit the driver’s Pontiac.
Officials have stated that the 79-year-old was travelling on his motorcycle at a rapid speed under the conditions and tried to swerve to miss the Pontiac, but was unable to avoid the collision.
The accident occurred on a sunny afternoon, around 4:25 p.m. It was also reported that the victim was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident. Had he of been wearing one, the result may not have been as grim as it ultimately turned out to be.
The Highway Patrol states that the driver of the Pontiac was transported to Self Regional Medical Center for treatment to her serious injuries. The motorcycle driver had to be airlifted to Greenville Memorial Hospital, where he eventually passed away after a terrible struggle.
Motorcycle accidents are exponentially more dangerous then that of a regular car. The rationale is that when you are driving a car, you have more metal and protection between you and the collision. However, unlike a typical car, the only thing protecting a person driving a motorcycle from impact due to a collision is their own bodies.
That being said, it is pertinent that one driving a motorcycle exercises extra precautions when operating their vehicle. Wearing a helmet is key. If there is no protection between you and the possible impact, the best thing to do is use your brain and protect it. Thousands of people die every year from serious head or brain injuries due to motorcycle accidents whereas the result may have been different if their head had been protected.
If you, or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle accident in the Lancaster, York, or Indian Land regions/counties of South Carolina, contact the experienced motorcycle attorneys at Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower,LLP. We understand that accidents happen, and are here to help. Contact us today at 803-548-4444 or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
