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Motorcyclist Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident in Charlotte

October 16, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Motorcyclist Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident in Charlotte

On Thursday night, a 36-year-old man died in a fatal motorcycle accident in Charlotte, North Carolina. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the motorcyclist was traveling Southbound on South Boulevard at a high rate of speed. The jeep driver was simultaneously turning left into a parking lot when the motorcyclist collided with the Jeep.

The force of the collision caused the motorcyclist to be ejected from the motorcycle. Speed is suspected in the accident, and it is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were a factor in causing the crash. The driver of the jeep was uninjured, and the motorcyclist died at the accident scene.

What Can I Do if My Workers’ Compensation Claim Was Denied?

October 9, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

What Can I Do if My Workers’ Compensation Claim Was Denied?

If you were hurt while on the job, you may be eligible to receive money through a workers’ comp claim. Workers’ compensation is a program that requires participation from most North Carolina businesses. Submitting a claim is only the first step in the process. Not all claims that are submitted are approved. You may wonder what to do if you find out that your workers’ comp claim was denied. An experienced North Carolina workers’ comp attorney will help determine your options and assist you in taking the next steps.

Can I Appeal the Decision?

Nursing Home Falls

October 2, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

Nursing Home Falls

More than 1.6 Americans reside in nursing homes. While nursing homes provide care to those who require assistance, they can also be dangerous. It is estimated that approximately half of all nursing home residents suffer at least one fall a year. About a third of residents suffer multiple falls in a year. Sadly, the consequences of falls in older adults can be significant. The nursing home may be held responsible if their actions or inactions were negligent and resulted in serious injuries. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney will help you seek compensation for nursing home injuries.

What Causes Nursing Home Falls?

What Should I Do If My Child Was Hurt at Daycare?

September 25, 2024 | AS Personal Injury Lawyers

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?

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.

Call the Police After a Car Accident

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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