Nov 29, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A Davidson teen has miraculously escaped serious injury and death after a fiery crash on Interstate 85 Southbound near mile marker 98.
According to Troopers, the 19-tear-old teen’s car experienced tire failure, wet off the side of the road, crashed into an embankment and caught fire.
The teen was initially trapped inside the car, but was able to free himself by climbing out of the back window.
Luckily no other cars were involved the crash.
The traffic accident rates for people ages 16-19 are higher than those for any other age group on the road. Primary risk factors for young drivers include poor hazard detection, low risk perception, risk taking, not wearing seat belts, alcohol and drugs, and night driving. It’s important for teen drivers to be aware of these risks and the proper safety precautions that need to be taken to mitigate them. If you or a family member is involved in an accident, the trusted Accident Attorneys of Robert J. Reeves P.C. will be there to pave your successful road to recovery. Call today at 704.351.7979 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Nov 14, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
A portion of U.S. 52 North is closed after an motor-vehicle accident involving an armored truck Monday night.
Davidson County Emergency Crews received a call about the accident at around 9:15 p.m.
At least two people were involved in the crash, and details on the amount of vehicles are still forthcoming. EMS transported one person to an area hospital.
Crews had to close U.S. 52 North between MM 92 and 97.
After sundown, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color recognition are all compromised. So if you will be driving at night, be sure that your vehicle is prepared for the road by checking the working condition of all lights and refraining from drinking alcohol. Avoid smoking while driving. Reduce your speed and increase your following distances. Lastly, if you find yourself fatigued, make frequent stops for light snacks and/or exercise. If you are seriously injured in an auto-accident, call the trusted Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Oct 19, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
A fatal crash on a Friday afternoon on U.S. 52 in Davidson County has left a Charlotte man and woman dead and another critically injured.
The man, 21, and the woman, 19, were both killed after the woman driver suddenly swerved the Ford Taurus sedan inot a guardrain and went off a bridge.
According to authorities, the car fell approximately 50 feet to its landing on Old U.S. 64 and then flipping onto an embankment.
A 16-year-old passenger was injured and transported to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Authorities confirmed that drugs and alcohol were not involved in the crash. A friend of the driver commented that the car was having steering problems prior to the crash.
With today’s busy and demanding lifestyles, regular maintenance of your car may sometimes take a back seat to other pressing obligations. However, waiting until the last minute to make necessary repairs or maintenance could be placing yourself, your family and/or other road users in danger. Luckily there is a simple solution. Drivers should always keep up with their car maintenance schedule by referring to the owner’s manual or maintenance log book and speaking to a trusted mechanic.
The Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that drivers of even the most well maintained vehicles can be injured in a serious car accident. If you or a loved one has been involved in a serious accident, our seasoned litigators can be there to help you on your path to recovery. Call 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free and speak directly with one of our attorneys today.
Oct 16, 2012 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Wrongful Death
A Davidson man is facing charges after accusations of driving drunk, running a stop sign and killing his passenger in a head-on collision Friday night.
The wreck happened around 9:45 p.m. when the 42-year-old man was driving his Mustang on Highway 64 East to Highway 109 and crashed into a Ford Explorer head-on.
The 64-year-old male passenger in the Mustang was in the front passenger seat at the time of the crash and died on the scene.
The driver was transported to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and was reported to be in critical condition. His father, another passenger in the Mustang, was also transported to the hospital and is said to be in fair condition.
According to authorities, the driver of the Ford Explorer that was struck head-on did not sustain any life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the Mustang was charged with failing to stop for a stop sign, driving left of center, possession of an open container of alcohol, failure to wear a seatbelt and driving while impaired.
Driving at night presents an entirely new set of hazards of which many drivers may not be aware. The mere fact that it’s dark becomes significant since an alarming ninety percent of a driver’s reaction depends on vision, which is severely limited at night. After sundown, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color recognition are all compromised. Taking certain precautions, however, could make a difference for you and your loved ones. If you are driving at night, be sure that your car is prepared for driving. Double check all of your lights for proper working order and aim. Never drink and drive Avoid smoking while driving. Reduce your speed and increase your following distances. If you find yourself fatigued, make frequent stops for light snacks and/or exercise.
The Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower understand that even most cautious drivers can be injured in a serious car accident no matter what time of day. When you or someone you love has been involved in a serious accident, our seasoned litigators can be there to assist you on your path to recovery. We can investigate all aspects of the accident and hold all parties accountable for your loss. Call us today and speak directly with one of our lawyers at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free. Hire the best accident attorneys with whom you and your loved ones can invest the most confidence.
