NHTSA Adds New Safety Standard to Reduce Collisions The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has added a new safety standard. The NHTSA is an agency under the United States Department of Transportation. The agency works to improve safety and reduce the number of motor vehicle accidents, injuries, deaths, and…
Semi-Truck Driver Arrested After Major Crash With Five Deaths A semi-truck driver has been arrested following a serious crash involving multiple vehicles. The accident occurred on northbound Interstate 95 in Wilson County. The incident involved several big rigs as well as two SUVs. The accident resulted in five deaths and…
What Does Negligence Mean in a Personal Injury Claim? Millions of people each year are hurt in accidents that are not their fault. When someone is seriously hurt as the result of someone’s negligence, they may be owed compensation for their injuries. Negligence is an essential factor in personal injury…
Can I Seek Compensation After a Boating Accident Injury? Boating is an enjoyable pastime but one that can be dangerous. Boating accidents can result in serious injuries or fatalities. Piloting a boat requires the same type of awareness as driving a car. When one boat collides with another vessel or…
What are the Most Common Types of Vehicle Accidents? Every year, there are more than 6 million car accidents in the United States. Most car crashes are not serious and result in minor damages and injuries. Some accidents are more severe, and the victims may suffer extreme injuries or death.…
North Carolina Fireworks Laws and Safety Tips Summer is a time for barbecues, festivals, outdoor events, and parties. The 4th of July is the time everyone comes together to honor the birth of our country. Celebrations often include fireworks. Whether viewing at a local display or shooting off your own…
Semi-Truck Crash Leaves One Person Dead, One Critically Injured A Charlotte crash involving a large semi truck left one person dead and another seriously hurt. The crash involved two semi-trucks and two other vehicles. The accident happened on the I-485 inner loop between Mallard Creek Road and Prosperity Church Road.…
Motorcycle Safety FAQ Riding a motorcycle can be fun and exhilarating. The summer months are the most popular for motorcyclists yet riding a motorcycle can be dangerous. Motorcyclists are four times as likely to suffer serious injuries in a vehicle accident as compared with drivers of other vehicles. Safety is…
Construction Injuries and Fatalities on the Rise in North Carolina Construction has been booming in North Carolina. That is great for the economy, but what few people realize is that there has also been an increase in construction accidents. The number of accidents with injuries or fatalities has been increasing…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Head-On Collision A motorcycle rider was seriously hurt when a car collided head-on with his motorcycle. The crash occurred on N.C. Highway 690 in Moore County. The motorcyclist was airlifted to a trauma center with serious injuries. The crash happened at about 11 pm in the…