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Truck Accident Leaves 11 People Injured in Goldsboro

May 13, 2026 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Truck Accident Leaves 11 People Injured in Goldsboro

A serious truck crash left 11 people injured, two of them seriously. The crash occurred in the eastbound lanes of US 70 near North Oak Forest Road in East Goldsboro, North Carolina. The crash involved five vehicles, including an 18-wheeler. Two of the most seriously hurt victims were airlifted to the hospital, while others were transported by ambulance. Police closed the eastbound lanes of US 70 near the accident for about five hours while they investigated and cleared the scene.

What Caused the Crash?

Semi-Truck Accident Resulted in Injuries on I-77

October 23, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Semi-Truck Accident Resulted in Injuries on I-77

A major accident between an 18-wheeler and several other vehicles closed down I-77 for a number of hours. The crash happened in the northbound lanes of I-77 near NC-150, north of Mooresville. The serious crash caused the closure of the highway while police cleared the scene and investigated the accident. I-77 North was shut down for several hours near exit 36.

Multiple Vehicles Were Involved

Do I Need to File a Police Report After a Vehicle Accident?

September 18, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Do I Need to File a Police Report After a Vehicle Accident?

Vehicle accidents are common; there were more than 284,000 crashes in North Carolina in 2023. According to a report issued by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, the number of accidents in 2023 was higher than in 2022. Many accidents are considered minor fender-benders, but some may be serious. More than 1,100 drivers died in vehicle accidents last year alone. Accidents are often stressful, and drivers need to know when to file a police report.

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How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in North Carolina

September 11, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in North Carolina

When you or someone you love is hurt in an accident, your entire life may change. The injuries may be severe and could be permanent. The costs associated with your injuries may be astronomical. The negligent person responsible for your injuries should pay for all the costs associated with them. You may need to take legal steps to help resolve the matter and get the money you are owed. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you through the process.

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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.

Charlotte Falls Short of Vision Zero Goal

August 21, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Charlotte Falls Short of Vision Zero Goal

Charlotte is a busy city and continues to grow. In fact, it is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Unfortunately, the number of traffic deaths is also growing. Charlotte started a program five years ago called “Vision Zero.” The purpose of the program was to bring down traffic deaths to zero by the year 2030. Sadly, the number of traffic deaths is not decreasing despite efforts made by Charlotte. According to the Charlotte Observer, the number of traffic deaths in Charlotte increased to 125 in 2022, up from 81 in 2020.

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NHTSA Adds New Safety Standard to Reduce Collisions

August 14, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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 economic losses. A recent addition to the safety standards is designed to reduce the number of rear-end collisions as well as pedestrian accidents.

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Semi-Truck Driver Arrested After Major Crash With Five Deaths

August 7, 2024 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

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 several injuries. The crash closed down the roadway for about nine hours while law enforcement reviewed the scene and cleared the wreckage. The NTSB is investigating the accident.

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What are the Most Common Types of Vehicle Accidents?

July 10, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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. Accidents may happen in a variety of ways. Here are the most common types of vehicle accidents.

Rear-End Collisions