Car Wreck

What Happens in a Crash Investigation?

October 29, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 the accident and determine the negligent party. This is particularly true when there was a fatality. The investigation will answer many questions that you may have about the crash, as well as bring some closure to the victim and his family.

What is a Crash Investigation?

I Was Hit By an Uninsured Driver: Now What?

September 24, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 drives without insurance, they are putting others and themselves at great risk. If you are involved in an accident with an uninsured driver, it is essential to know what to do next.

Uninsured Motorist Insurance

Charlotte’s Five Most Dangerous Intersections Revealed

September 10, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 the latest safety equipment, crashes happen every day. Charlotte is a bustling city, and there are many intersections that are dangerous.

Sugar Creek Road and North Tryon Street

Horrific Crash On I-485 Leaves Six People Dead

August 6, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Horrific Crash On I-485 Leaves Six People Dead

What was supposed to be a fun family outing at an amusement park turned into a tragedy when five family members were killed in a horrific crash. The accident on I-485 resulted in six deaths and additional injuries. The crash happened on the I-485 outer loop near exit 9 to Wilkinson Boulevard in west Charlotte. Numerous police and medics responded to the scene, and the road was closed for hours. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash in coordination with the Highway Patrol.

Details About the Crash

Rollover Accidents: What You Need to Know

July 16, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Rollover Accidents: What You Need to Know

Accidents happen quite often, but luckily, most of them are minor fender-benders. Some crashes, however, are more serious and may result in significant injuries or even fatalities. Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of death among young people. Accidents occur in a variety of different ways. One of the most severe types of accidents happens when a vehicle rolls over. Almost every type of vehicle is capable of rolling over, depending on the circumstances of the crash.

How Do Rollover Accidents Happen?

Two Killed in Head-On Crash in Southeast Charlotte

July 9, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Two Killed in Head-On Crash in Southeast Charlotte

A serious head-on crash resulted in two deaths. The accident happened on Monroe Road near the intersection of Glendora Drive in southeast Charlotte. Several emergency crews responded to the crash between a Charlotte water truck and a Honda Civic, which happened at about 2 pm. Both the driver and passenger of the Honda died as a result of their injuries, and the driver of the water truck sustained serious injuries. Detectives continue to investigate the cause of the accident.

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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.

https://youtu.be/LtSjx4SzHlc

Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Explosion

May 7, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Explosion

Multiple emergency responders, including police, fire, and rescue, responded to an accident involving multiple vehicles. The major crash involved a tractor-trailer and multiple other vehicles, resulting in a fire and explosion. The accident happened on I-40 in Sampson County. The crash closed down Exit 355 while officials investigated the accident and cleaned it up. The eastbound lanes were closed for several hours, and traffic was temporarily rerouted.

https://youtu.be/3WMqdajNDv4

Child Safety Seat Laws in North Carolina

April 9, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Child Safety Seat Laws in North Carolina

Traffic accidents can be dangerous. While most crashes are minor, some result in serious injuries or fatalities. Data collected by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that an average of three children are killed and 429 children are hurt every day in the United States in traffic accidents. Proper restraint is essential to the safety of children traveling in vehicles. All 50 states and the District of Columbia have child restraint laws in place to help protect children while riding in motor vehicles.

https://youtu.be/dP1WlivNryE

Major Crash Temporarily Shut Down I-85

March 26, 2025 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Major Crash Temporarily Shut Down I-85

A major crash temporarily shut down all lanes of I-85 South in Gaston County. The accident happened at about 8:50 in the morning and involved at least eight vehicles. The crash happened near mile marker 23 on I-85 South near Main Street. Numerous people were injured in the multi-vehicle crash. Law enforcement was conducting an investigation to determine what occurred to cause the incident. The lanes were closed for several hours, and all traffic was diverted until I-85 reopened after crash cleanup.

https://youtu.be/V9dbt7mpZLI