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Teen Dies, Others Injured in Serious Crash in Charlotte

September 6, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Teen Dies, Others Injured in Serious Crash in Charlotte

A serious crash left one teenager dead and others seriously injured in Charlotte. The accident happened on Raintree Lane and Rounding Run Road in the Cedarwood Country Club area, near NC 16 and NC 51. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police department (CMPD) and Medics responded to the accident, which happened in the late evening hours. The accident happened between two vehicles, when a speeding vehicle crashed into another, according to the police. Four injured people were transported to the hospital. One of the people, a teen, was transported in critical condition and later died.

Speeding and Alcohol Played a Role in the Accident

Medical Mistakes: New Report Released on Misdiagnosis

August 30, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Medical Mistakes: New Report Released on Misdiagnosis

When you visit the doctor or go to the hospital, you trust that you will receive the best care possible. You believe that the medical professionals have the experience and expertise to treat your condition and ensure that you are safe from further harm. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Millions of Americans suffer serious harm due to medical mistakes.

In fact, medical mistakes are one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. About 795,000 people die or suffer a permanent disability each year because of medical mistakes. A new report from Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore digs deeper into the role of misdiagnosis in the outcome of patients. The study provides more clarity into the types of diseases that are most likely going to result in a misdiagnosis.

Recovering From a Car Accident

August 23, 2023 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Recovering from a Car Accident

A car accident is often a traumatic experience that can impact your life and the life of your family forever. If you are hurt in a vehicle crash, you could be facing a lengthy and painful recovery period. Injuries can range from minor to severe or disabling and may be physical as well as emotional and psychological. It is important to care for your injuries properly and promptly in order to ensure a full recovery. In some instances, the injuries may result in permanent harm.

Injuries Caused by Vehicle Accidents

Medical Mistakes: More Common Than You Realize

December 15, 2021 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Personal Injury Attorney Matt Arnold answers the question: “What if the medical condition improves before the hearing?”

When you go to the doctor or enter the hospital you expect professional care to help you feel better. Unfortunately, physicians and other medical professionals make mistakes from time to time. While most mistakes are minor and do not cause serious harm, sometimes an error can result in a severe injury. A negligent doctor should be held accountable when they cause harm to a patient. Medical mistakes are among the top five causes of death in the United States. If you or a loved one was harmed due to a mistake made by a medical professional, you may be owed compensation for your injuries. An experienced personal injury attorney will help determine whether a mistake was made and help you receive compensation from the negligent party.