Nov 27, 2012 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A young Charlotte woman is adjusting to a new life after suffering a traumatic brain injury in a crash in September.
The 21-year-old woman has spent the majority of the last seven weeks in a coma after an enraged driver hit her car head-on and took off.
She now has to wear special glasses to mitigate double vision and one of her arms remains in a cast.
Despite the disheartening circumstances of the crash, the woman has maintained an optimistic outlook, claiming that her faith has only been strengthened by the crash.
She still has many goals and ambitions after surviving the crash and plans on eventually becoming a pharmacist.
According to witnesses, the hit-and-run driver was driving a silver SUV.
Each year in the United States, traumatic brain injuries contribute to a substantial number of deaths and cases of permanent disability. Furthermore, recent data reveals that, on average, around 1.7 million people sustain a traumatic brain injury per year. Head injuries are no joke and should always be taken seriously, no matter how lucid the victim may seem afterwards. If you or a loved one becomes injured after an incident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Two people are suffering from serious injuries after being hit by a car on Monday night.
Paramedics responded to the scene of the collision around 9 p.m. in the 14600 block of Statesville Road.
The two individuals were walking across the road when they were struck by the vehicle. Both were immediately rushed to Carolinas Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.
Police have not yet released the remaining details on the incident.
Studies conducted by the National Highway and Safety Administration reveal that in the year 2010, a pedestrian was killed every 2 hours and injured every eight minutes in traffic collisions in the United States. All road users, pedestrians and motorists alike, are equally responsible for sharing the road. That’s why it’s important that drivers stay alert for all other road users and pedestrians should stay visible for drivers. If you or a loved one is injured in a serious accident, you need trusted and competent attorneys to clear a successful path to recovery. Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police are reaching out to the public for help as they try to find a hit-and-run driver who injured a motorcyclist last Sunday.
According to police, the 37-year-old biker was seriously injured after he swerved to avoid hitting a green, four-door Mercedes Benz sedan on South Tryon Road near Sandy Porter Road.
The motorcyclist was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center.
Police believe the motorist should have damage to the left rear corner of the vehicle.
Studies reveal that motocyclists are 35 times more likely to experience a fatal accident on the road than road users in passenger cars. And in 2006, 88,000 motorcyclists were injured in highway accidents. There is no doubt that hitting the road on two wheels presents a whole new set of risks for motorists. So it’s important for all road users to share the road and motorcyclists practice safe riding techniques. If you are injured in an accident, you need attorneys who are competent and experienced to protect your rights. Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte drivers experienced big delays on Interstate 85 after a multi-car crash during rush hour near uptown Charlotte Thursday evening.
All lanes on I-85 near exit 45 in the University area were shut down after two red sedans and a silver sedan collided around 5:30 p.m.
At least two people had to be extricated from their cars after the crash. They were both transported to area hospitals with life-threatening injuries, according to Medic.
Backups resulting from the crash stretched for about six miles all the way to Interstate 77. All northbound lanes were reopened after crews cleared the scene around 8 p.m.
Recent traffic studies in Charlotte reveal the peak hour motor vehicle crashes occur is between 4 and 5 p.m. Rush hour traffic gets a bad wrap for good reason. Straight after a full days work people are fatigued, stressed and ready to get home. No matter what time of day, if you are injured in a serious accident, Call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 16, 2012 | Bus Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Uptown streets were shut down Tuesday morning after a crash involving a school bus and a pedestrian.
The accident happened around 6:45 a.m. on Tryon Street near Stonewall Street. A portion of Tryon Street was briefly blocked while crews cleared the scene.
Luckily, no one riding the school bus was injured; however, the pedestrian that was struck suffered injuries and was transported to Carolinas Medical Center.
Since 2001, 1,368 people have died in school transportation related crashes—that’s an average of 137 fatalities per year. Moreover, the majority of these fatalities, were occupants of the other vehicles involved. School buses carry our children—the most precious cargo on the road. So the importance of practicing safe driving around school-transportation vehicles cannot be overstated. If you are injured or hurt in a serious accident, protect your rights by calling the trusted Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
