Teen Driver Safety There are more than 217,000 teen drivers in North Carolina, with about 150,000 new teen drivers obtaining their learner permit each year. Teenage drivers have less experience than other drivers and may be involved in accidents. In 2024, there were 12,366 accidents involving teen drivers in North…
How to Prove Fault After a Car Accident at an Intersection Car accidents can be incredibly stressful, especially when they occur at busy intersections. In North Carolina, establishing fault in these cases is crucial to ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve. If you find yourself involved in an intersection…
Factors That Cause or Contribute to Vehicle Accidents Vehicle accidents happen frequently. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), on average, there are about 16,822 car crashes every day in the United States, based on data from 2023. Most drivers will likely be involved in an accident at…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Sends Two to Hospital in West Charlotte A serious crash involving multiple vehicles occurred in West Charlotte. The accident happened in the early morning near Sam Wilson Road and Bedford Road, resulting in significant backups. The wreck sent two people to the hospital, one with life-threatening injuries. At…
Most People Mess This Up After a Car Crash December is one of the worst months for car accidents. Between holiday travel, bad weather, shorter daylight hours, and distracted drivers, crashes spike across North and South Carolina this time of year. Unfortunately, many people unintentionally damage their own injury claim…
Two Injured After Crash Causes Sign Collapse on I-77 A vehicle crash on Interstate 77 in Charlotte prompted an emergency response from police, medics, and firefighters. The serious accident happened in the southbound lanes of Interstate 77. A vehicle traveling southbound hit a sign support while traveling at a high…
Uber Driver Killed in Head-On Collision An Uber driver died, and her passenger was critically injured when the car they were in was hit head-on by another driver. The fatal accident happened near the intersection of Gaston Day School Road and Duke Street in Gastonia. A 19-year-old driver traveling at…
What Happens in a Crash Investigation? Car accidents are often very serious and cause severe injuries or fatalities. When an accident results in critical damage, the victim and family may be left with an emotional and financial burden. A complete investigation will often be necessary to evaluate the cause of…
I Was Hit By an Uninsured Driver: Now What? Accidents happen every day. It is estimated that every year, more than 270,000 accidents occur in North Carolina. Drivers are required by law to have vehicle insurance, but that is not always the case. Many people drive without insurance. When someone…
Charlotte’s Five Most Dangerous Intersections Revealed Our roads are becoming more crowded. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), there are an estimated 7.3 million drivers in our state. With so many vehicles on the roads, accidents are common. Even though today’s cars and trucks are equipped with…