Automobile Accident

Dump Truck Accidents in North Carolina

June 11, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Dump Truck Accidents in North Carolina

Dump trucks are a part of everyday life in North Carolina. Dump trucks are large, heavy vehicles that transport and deliver bulk materials such as gravel or dirt. These massive trucks are often necessary for construction projects and disposal, as well as for other needs. Unfortunately, dump trucks may be dangerous, and a collision could result in disastrous consequences. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you get the money you deserve for your injuries.

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Speeding Plays a Role in Many Accidents

June 4, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Speeding Plays a Role in Many Accidents

Vehicles are designed with many safety features to help drivers and passengers prevent accidents and reduce fatalities if an accident happens. Speeding is one of the major causes or contributing factors in many accidents. When a vehicle is traveling too quickly, it can result in an accident with severe injuries or deaths. Speeding may be the cause of a crash, or it may be a contributing factor. Speeding is usually considered a form of negligent driving.

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Rideshare Accidents: What You Need to Know

January 22, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Rideshare Accidents: What You Need to Know

In days gone by, people took taxi cabs to get where they needed to go. Today, cabs have been replaced, for the most part, by rideshares. Rideshare companies such as Lyft and Uber provide customers with fast, efficient transportation services. Online apps make it easy to quickly secure a ride. Rideshares are available in all our major cities.

While there has been an increase in availability and use, there is also an increase in the number of accidents with rideshare providers. If you were hurt in a rideshare accident, you may be owed money for your damages. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you with the situation and assist you in getting the compensation you deserve.

Snow and Ice are a Leading Cause of Car Accidents in Winter

January 15, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Snow and Ice are a Leading Cause of Car Accidents in Winter

Although not all areas in North Carolina experience snow, some areas experience snow and sleet. January is typically the snowiest month in North Carolina, and the state averages about five inches of snow every winter. Unfortunately, it does not take a lot of snow to make the roads hazardous. An inch of snow or sleet on the pavement can cause dangerous driving conditions and devastating car accidents.

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2025 Changes to Car Insurance Laws in North Carolina

January 8, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

2025 Changes to Car Insurance Laws in North Carolina

North Carolina law requires all car owners to have vehicle insurance. Insurance protects you and others in the case of an accident. When you have insurance, it typically covers you by paying for damages and injuries that occur as a result of an accident. Drivers must carry at least the minimum amount of coverage as required by law. A new law in effect in 2025 changes the minimum legal car insurance that drivers must have. Drivers need to check their policies to ensure that the coverage meets the new minimum.

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North Carolina Truck Accidents Statistics and Information

November 27, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

North Carolina Truck Accidents Statistics and Information

As drivers, we share the road with all types of vehicles, including large commercial trucks. In fact, North Carolina is one of the states with the highest number of trucks on the road. Many thousands of trucks travel on our roadways. A high number of trucks means that North Carolina also has a large number of truck accidents. It is helpful to understand truck accidents and learn the statistics of truck accidents in North Carolina.

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North Carolina Traffic Safety Programs

November 13, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

North Carolina Traffic Safety Programs

Highway safety is of great importance in North Carolina. Preventing accidents, injuries, and fatalities starts by educating the public on the importance of safe practices while behind the wheel. The Governor’s Highway Safety Program offers programs that are designed to promote highway safety awareness. Various programs are implemented through the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

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What is the Car Accident Settlement Process in North Carolina?

October 30, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What is the Car Accident Settlement Process in North Carolina?

In order to file a lawsuit after a traffic accident for a car accident settlement, you will need to take certain steps to protect yourself and your claim. Specifically, you will need to document the crash, get medical treatment, and work with an attorney who can write a demand letter and negotiate a fair settlement amount. Working with the car accident attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, can make the process much easier and smoother.

What is a Car Accident Settlement?

Early Morning Crash Leaves One Driver Dead

September 4, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Early Morning Crash Leaves One Driver Dead

An early morning crash in east Charlotte resulted in the death of one of the drivers. The accident happened at about 5:00 am between two pickup trucks. The deadly accident occurred at the intersection of Hood Road and Plaza Road Extension. The accident occurred between two pickup trucks. Unfortunately, the crash resulted in one fatality.

Early Morning Crash

Multiple Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck Injures Four People

August 28, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Multiple Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck Injures Four People

A recent vehicle accident sent four people to the hospital, one in critical condition. The crash happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 in Charlotte, near the Beatties Ford exit 37. All southbound lanes of I-85 were shut down for a time immediately following the crash. The accident involved several vehicles, along with a garbage truck. The accident appeared to be extremely serious, leaving one vehicle overturned and another that hit a tree.

The details of what caused this crash have not been released. Three passenger vehicles, along with a large garbage truck, were all part of the accident. One vehicle left the roadway and flipped upside down. Another vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree. Medical personnel were called to the scene and began treating victims. Four victims were transported to the hospital, with at least one of the victims sustained life-threatening injuries.