Nov 6, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A tragic accident occurred Wednesday night when a child was struck in the head by a passing van while trick-or-treating.
The accident happened around 8:30 p.m. after the boy was struck by the passenger side mirror of a van near the intersection of Smokey Creek and Calico Roads in Lenoir. A chunk of the mirror was recovered from the scene.
According to authorities, the 7-year-old boy was conscious and talking when he was transported to an area hospital from the scene.
Officials with North Carolina Highway Patrol continue to look for the Dodge Caravan with damage to the passenger-side mirror.
The chances for pedestrians being hit at by a motor-vehicle increase exponentially when it gets dark out. And with the number of pedestrians that are out and about on Halloween night, the increase in pedestrian accidents is frightening. If you are involved in a pedestrian accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Our attorneys will work with you and find the optimum path to recovery.
Nov 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Emergency crews worked to clear the scene of a violent crash involving two vehicles in front of South Mecklenburg High School in south Charlotte Friday morning.
The crash occurred around 11:00 a.m. on Park Road near Arbor Pointe Drive after a black car collided with a red SUV at the intersection.
The collision caused the black car to overturn.
According to officials, the driver and passenger in the red SUV were placed onto stretchers and transported to a nearby hospital.
Traffic was temporarily diverted, and all southbound traffic on Park Road was backed up for several hours.
It is still unclear what caused the crash.
Despite all of the advantages that come along with the degree of mobility provided by motor vehicle travel, there are some serious saftey-related drawbacks that all drivers should be aware of. In fact, injuries resulting from motor vehicle travel are the leading cause of death for age 4 and every age 11 through 27. There’s limitless value to practicing extra caution while on the road. If you or a loved one is facing the unthinkable, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Premises Liability, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Lake Norman authorities are encouraging drivers to keep an eye out for deer near the roads and highways since the deer population is on the rise and the chances of hitting deer while driving have increased.
North Carolina Wildlife representatives say this season in particular could be one of the worst yet and they expect crashes to increase between now and December.
The damage facing drivers ranges from having a fatality to a minor bump on the vehicle; however severe the damage may be, there’s reason enough to exercise extra caution. Reps also recommend purchasing deer whistles that produce sounds deer can hear that scare them off the roadway.
Experts caution that rashes are most common between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. They aslo caution that it is better to hit the deer if you cannot avoid it rather than losing control of your car and causing a larger accident.
Each year in North Carolina, there are roughly 17,000 deer related crashes. Since 2007, more than three thousand people were injured and 17 killed in the state. Of the 100 counties in North Carolina, Mecklenburg ranks ninth for deer related crashes. It’s more imporant than ever, therefore, for drivers to be aware of what is happening around them. If you or a loved one is injured or involved in a serious accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 3, 2012 | Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a well-known Charlotte homeless man.
The 58-year-old man, nicknamed “Chilly Willy,” was struck by a 2009 Hyundai Sonata on the 1900 block of East 7th Street at around 9 p.m. Thursday evening.
The man apparently walked out into the roadway from the south side when he was struck by an oncoming car.
The 65-year-old woman driving the car is not currently facing any charges.
Once authorities have filed a report, the Charlotte Department of Transportation will will begin an investigation of the crash. Moreover, safety engineers are gathering crash data for the 1900 block of 7th Street where the crash occurred.
Studies by the NHTSA in 2010 reveal 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. All road users are expected to share the road, pedestrians and drivers alike. Despite your best efforts, if you or a loved one is still involved in a serious accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 2, 2012 | Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Dozens of people have gathered to raise money for a Charlotte woman and her daughter after they were seriously injured in a recent motorcycle crash in Charlotte.
The silent auction fund-raiser is taking place at Amo’s Southend to raise money for medical and household bills.
The woman and her daughter were injured in a crash that happened in July on Interstate 485 in July.
Both the woman and her daughter were in a coma for several weeks after the accident. The woman has just recently begun walking and talking. She cannot begin work until doctors determine just how severe her brain injuries are. Luckily, her daughter has fully recovered after coming out of the coma.
Studies from NHTSA reveal that 4,502 motorcyclists were killed and 82,000 injured in 2010. Motorcycles can be a blast and a fun escape from the confines of a car; however, it’s no mystery that motorcyclists are more vulnerable to serious injury given their exposed nature. So it’s especially important for road users to share the road and stay aware of the presence of motorcyclists. If you have been in a serious motorcycle accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
