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One Student Killed and Two Injured in Crash With Tanker Truck

December 13, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

One Student Killed and Two Injured in Crash With Tanker Truck

One high school student was killed, and two others were injured in a morning crash near their school. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District confirmed the collision and offered counseling to assist students and others who were affected by the terrible tragedy. The accident happened in Mint Hill, near the intersection of Blair Rd. and Allen Station Drive, which is located about a mile from Rocky River High School, where all three victims were students.

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Important Facts About Truck Accidents

September 27, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Important Facts About Truck Accidents

Trucks are an essential part of life. We need trucks to deliver the food and goods we need for every aspect of our lives. Unfortunately, that means we have to share the roads with large, commercial trucks on a daily basis. Thousands of people each year die as a result of an accident with a large truck. In 2021, 4,761 people died in truck accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That number is up 9% from the previous year. Many more people were seriously injured in truck crashes.

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Construction Worker Seriously Hurt in Charlotte Accident

September 20, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Construction Worker Seriously Hurt in Charlotte Accident

A construction worker suffered serious injuries after a fall at a construction site in Charlotte. The accident happened at a construction site located in the 1300 block of Central Avenue near Hawthorne Street. The Charlotte Fire Department responded to an emergency call for a construction worker who fell at the construction site. Dozens of first responders reported to the scene. Emergency workers had to use a construction crane to reach the injured man. Medic then transported the man to the hospital with serious injuries.

Fall Hazards

When Merging Into Traffic, Who Has the Right of Way?

June 14, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

When Merging Into Traffic, Who Has the Right of Way?

Highways are among the safest roads we have. Although you can travel at a higher rate of speed than other roads, highways are generally designed with safety in mind. The most vulnerable places on highways are where vehicles enter the roadway. These areas allow cars to merge onto the road to join traffic that is already moving. If you have ever gotten onto a highway during rush hour, you know how difficult it can be to get into traffic that is already moving. Nobody wants to let you in, and you could even get into an accident or a road rage incident.

Merging Onto a Highway

Crash Into Ambulance in University City Caused by Speeding

May 24, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Crash Into Ambulance in University City Caused by Speeding

Several people sustained injuries in an accident in University City. The crash happened on North Tryon Street at Mallard Creek Church Road when a vehicle struck an ambulance that was stopped at the site of a different incident. The ambulance was stopped with its lights on, and the medics were treating a patient when they were hit by a vehicle from behind. The ambulance, MEDIC Unit 62, was hit by a 2016 black Nissan Altima. The Altima was driven by a 19-year-old who was allegedly speeding.

Serious Injuries Sustained

Motorcycle Safety in North Carolina

May 17, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Motorcycle Safety in North Carolina

May is the unofficial start of summer. With the warm temperatures comes an increase in motorcycles on the roads. As of 2021, North Carolina had almost 200,000 registered motorcycles. Motorcycles make up about 2% of registered vehicles yet account for about 10% of traffic fatalities. May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides some tips for improving motorcycle safety.

Motorcycle Requirements in North Carolina

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in North Carolina?

May 10, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in North Carolina?

A serious injury can sideline you from work and keep you from doing the things you love. When you suffer a serious injury, you may be in severe pain, and you may need to go through months of hospitalization and rehabilitation. When you suffer a serious injury, the negligent party should pay for your damages. As the injured party, you may need to file a personal injury claim to seek the damages you are owed by the person who caused the injury.

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Bicycle Safety Awareness

April 26, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Bicycle Safety Awareness

The bicycle is a fun and popular mode of transportation. Not only are bicycles fun for kids and families, but they are also a great form of exercise. With more and more emphasis on ecology, bicycles are a way to travel to and from work without having to use a car. Unfortunately, bicycling may not be as safe as driving in a vehicle. Bicycle and pedestrian accidents are on the rise, making it important for bikers and drivers to be aware of bicycle safety.

Common Types of Bicycle Accidents

Sideswipe Accidents: What You Need to Know

April 19, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Sideswipe Accidents: What You Need to Know

Vehicle accidents occur in a number of ways. One of the most common types of car accidents happens when one vehicle sideswipes another. A sideswipe accident can be serious, especially when vehicles are traveling fast. In addition to vehicle damage, you may also suffer injuries and other damages caused by the crash. The negligent driver should pay for all damages associated with an accident. If you were hurt in a vehicle accident, an experienced personal injury attorney will help you seek compensation from the negligent driver.

What is a Sideswipe Accident?