Pedestrian Suffers Serious Injuries In Charlotte A pedestrian suffered critical injuries after being hit by a vehicle. The accident occurred at the intersection of Eastway Drive and Central Avenue in east Charlotte. Several emergency agencies responded to the accident, which happened early in the morning. The victim was transported to…
Restricted Crossings are Designed to Make Roads Safer Road safety is everyone’s goal, including the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Even with improved vehicle safety efforts, the number of accidents and traffic fatalities is not decreasing. North Carolina and other states are always looking for ways to improve traffic…
Driver Charged in Fatal Charlotte Bicycle Accident A bicyclist was fatally hit, and the driver involved in the crash has been charged. The accident happened in the 1600 block of East W.T. Harris Boulevard in Charlotte. A Ford Focus driven by a 44-year-old woman was traveling east when it struck…
Compensatory Damages in North Carolina Personal Injury Claims An unexpected car accident can leave you with injuries and other damages that may be financially draining. If you were hurt in an accident that was not your fault, the negligent driver should be responsible for your losses. You will want to…
Pedal Mix-up Causes Sudden Acceleration Accidents Accidents can happen very quickly. When they do, they can be devastating. Some of the most serious crashes occur when a driver suddenly accelerates. These accidents are often unpredictable because the driver did not intend to step on the gas. A car can accelerate…
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in North Carolina? Accidents happen every day, but when you are the victim of an accident and sustain serious injuries, you need to make sure you seek compensation for your damages. Generally, a victim needs to file a claim…
Golf Cart Accidents – What You Need to Know Golf carts are often considered fun, recreational vehicles, but they can also be the cause of serious injuries. Golf cart accidents can happen, and when they do, the occupants could sustain more severe injuries because of the unprotected nature of the…
Motorcyclist Dies After Incident With Reckless Driver A motorcyclist has died following a crash that was caused by a reckless driver. The incident happened on Turnipseed Road, near Old Medlin Farm Road, in Wake County. North Carolina State Highway Patrol released information about the crash that resulted in the death…
What Are the Elements of a Personal Injury Case? When you or a loved one is injured due to someone’s negligence, you may be owed money for your damages. In North Carolina, a person may collect compensation for injuries as long as they are not at all negligent for the…
Punitive Damages in North Carolina Vehicle accidents are very common. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), every day, there are more than 16,400 vehicle accidents in the United States. Of these, almost 7,000 people are hurt, and more than 100 people die as a result of their injuries.…