Oct 25, 2012 | Car Accidents, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
After years of bumper-to-bumper commutes and the worst bottlenecks in the state, progress is being made in plans to expand a busy stretch of Interstate 485 in south Charlotte.
Contractors have been hired to expand a stretch of I-485 that extends nine miles, adding new lanes from Interstate 77 to Rea Road.
According to reports, the design team is now determining how to put it all in place and tweek the plans to add additional lanes and even add a massive flyover at the Johnston Road interchange.
Drivers should expect some lane closings to accommodate the construction next summer, but so far there are no expectations of closing the interstate completely.
Every day, over 135, people hit Interstate 485 in Charlotte. The traffic on certain stretches can easily turn a simple commute into a length bumper-to-bumper congested haul. Not to mention, rush hour brings on daily nightmares of stop-and-go and dangerous crashes. Whether it’s rush hour or any other time of day, if you or a loved one has been involved in a serious accident, call the Car Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. You can trust our attorneys to assist you on a successful path to recovery.
Oct 25, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
A crash involving a FBI agent completely shut down the outer loop of Interstate 485 near Steele Creek Road Thursday afternoon.
According to North Carolina Highway Patrol, an on-duty FBI agent driving a black SUV was parked on the left shoulder off the highway when a pickup truck veered off the road and crashed into the SUV.
Three people suffered potentially life-threatening injuries and the driver of the pickup truck was airlifted to Carolinas Medical Center—Main.
Witnesses say the woman driver of the truck that struck the SUV was speeding.
Highway Patrol directed traffic off of I-485 at the exit ahead of Steele Creek Road while crews worked to clear the scene.
As the speed of a car increases, the chances of being in a dangerous, potentially fatal crash increase exponentially. In fact, a driver going 35 miles per hour is two times more likely to kill someone than if they were driving 30 miles per hour or less. Long story short, speed is no stranger to motor-vehicle crashes, and obeying the speed limit saves lives. If you are involved in a serious accident, call 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free to contact the trusted Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower. Our attorneys are will help you along each and every step in your path to recovery.
Oct 24, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
At least 10 people have been hospitalized after a crash involving a tractor-trailer on Interstate 485 on Saturday afternoon.
The crash happened near Moores Chapel Road and I-485 when a 43-year-old Charlotte man looked away from traffic in front of him, and then plowed into the back of several vehicles causing a chain reaction.
Of the 10 people who were transported to area hospitals, 5 suffered life-threatening injuries.
I-485 was closed until around 6 p.m. while first responders worked to clear the scene.
Rush hour traffic is no fun–plain and simple. After a full days work people are fatigued, stressed and ready to get home. Even worse, there are a lot more drivers on the road. So it’s not surprising that accidents are more frequent during those hours. If driving in rush hour traffic, stay alert and aware of what is happening around you and especially ahead of you. The Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be injured in a serious car accident morning, noon, or night. If you have been in a serious accident, take a vital step in your path to recovery by calling our trusted attorneys at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 24, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A crash on Wilkinson Boulevard and Boyer Street near the Charlotte/Douglas International Airport has left one person dead and another with life-threatening injuries Thursday morning.
According to police, the crash happened around 7 a.m when a 61-year-old Charlotte man was killed when he lost control of his car and flipped into a median.
Emergency crews transported one victim with life-threatening injuries to Carolinas Medical Center—Main.
Emergency crews have since cleared the scene, opening all lanes on Wilkinson Boulevard.
Motor vehicle travel has become a seemingly necessary part of the everyday lives of most Americans. However, with all the conveniences provided from motor vehicle travel comes the reality of crashes and traffic related injuries and deaths. Studies from 2010 reveal that 32,885 people were killed in the estimated 5,419,000 police reported motor-vehicle crashes that year. Therefore, safety precautions must be taken to provide safe travel for you and your family. Firstly, never drink and drive. Obey posted speed limits. 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.
If the unthinkable happens to you or your loved ones, call the most trusted Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Our attorneys can assist you on the rocky road to recovery.
Oct 24, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
All lanes on the Interstate 485 inner loop were shut down Sunday afternoon after a car lost control, injuring several of its passengers.
According to emergency crew-members, a Honda Civic was traveling along the I-485 inner loop and ran off the road into a guard rail, hit a steel pole, and flipped over.
Five patients were airlifted to area hospitals. A ten-year-old passenger, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected from the car.
Although alcohol was not determined to be a factor, police believe that other impairing substances may have had a role in the crash.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, wearing a seat belt is the single most effective safety precaution drivers and riders can take in preventing death and injury in motor vehicle travel. In fact, wearing a seat belt can reduce the risk of injury by 50 percent. Drivers and passengers should always take appropriate safety precautions by wearing a seat belt. Furthermore, parents should always ensure that children are wearing safety belts or the appropriate restraints. If you have been injured in a serious accident, call call the experienced attorneys of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll free. Our attorneys can help you and your family get through the difficult times after a serious accident.
