North Carolina Traffic Safety Programs
Highway safety is of great importance in North Carolina. Preventing accidents, injuries, and fatalities starts by educating the public on the importance of safe practices while behind the wheel. The Governor’s Highway Safety Program offers programs that are designed to promote highway safety awareness. Various programs are implemented through the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
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What Should I Do If My Child Was Hurt at Daycare?
Most parents need to work, and that means they must trust the care of their small children to others. Every day, parents drop off their children at daycare providers while they go to work or school. As a parent, you need to feel confident that your child is in good hands and that they will be properly cared for when you are away. Unfortunately, problems can happen, and your child could get hurt while under someone’s care. Minor issues are expected from time to time, but what happens if your child is seriously hurt while attending daycare?
Common Injuries at Daycare
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.
Call the Police After a Car Accident
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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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
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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What Does Negligence Mean in a Personal Injury Claim?
Millions of people each year are hurt in accidents that are not their fault. When someone is seriously hurt as the result of someone’s negligence, they may be owed compensation for their injuries. Negligence is an essential factor in personal injury claims. In vehicle accidents, for instance, you must prove that the other driver was negligent and caused your injuries. It is helpful to understand how negligence plays a role in personal injury cases.
What is Duty of Care?
Summer Drowning Accidents
Summers can get quite hot, and one of the best ways to relax and cool off is by jumping into water. Whether a lake, a swimming pool, or the ocean, there are many places to escape the heat in North Carolina. Unfortunately, drowning accidents can and do happen all too often. Swimming, boating, and other water activities can be dangerous. There are about 4,000 unintentional drowning deaths every year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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North Carolina Fireworks Laws and Safety Tips
Summer is a time for barbecues, festivals, outdoor events, and parties. The 4th of July is the time everyone comes together to honor the birth of our country. Celebrations often include fireworks. Whether viewing at a local display or shooting off your own fireworks, it is important to know the laws that apply in North Carolina.
What Kinds of Fireworks are Legal in North Carolina?
Car Loses Control, Crashes Into Daycare Playground
A speeding driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a daycare playground. The car sped through the daycare property just after the children left the playground, so there were no reported injuries. The car continued through the playground, flipped, and crashed into a nearby residence. The residence was not occupied at the time. The driver was allegedly speeding and racing with another vehicle when he lost control and veered off the roadway at a high rate of speed.
Two Vehicles Were Allegedly Street Racing
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