North Carolina Injury Lawyer Blog
Advance, NC (January 12, 2021) – On Tuesday morning, January 12, four people were injured in a truck accident that happened in Advance, North Carolina.
The accident took place at 9:30 a.m. around the intersection of US-64 and Fort Bixby Road. The accident happened when a van attempted to cross over the highway when it was struck by a tractor-trailer.
The driver of the van, who has not yet been identified, was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center by medical helicopter. Three other passengers in the vehicle were injured and taken to the same hospital for treatment.
Due to the severity of the crash, both directions at the intersection were closed for a period of time.
No further details have been released but the investigation into the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Truck Accidents in North Carolina
Truck accidents continue to occur every single year in North Carolina despite the fact that truck drivers are some of the safest drivers on our roads. Between 2010 and 2017, truck accidents leading to both fatalities and injuries increased by approximately 41%. Truck accidents are some of the most catastrophic accidents on our roads that can leave you with serious injuries. If you have been injured in a truck accident, it is important that you speak with an accident attorney.
Being injured in a Charlotte truck accident might be one of the most challenging things you have ever endured, which is why you should have a skilled attorney by your side. An attorney can help you show that a truck driver engaged in reckless acts such as distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, or another factor. On top of that, they can identify all parties responsible for your accident. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you should seek immediate help. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in North Carolina truck accidents at www.maurerlawpa.com.
Our attorneys at Maurer Law have diligently assisted those injured in serious accidents throughout North Carolina over the years. We understand how traumatic a collision can be and offer our assistance to you when you need it the most. Because truck accident claims include an understanding of liability and regulations, we will provide you with the resources to move forward with your claim. If you have been hurt in an accident and you are unsure about where you can turn, please contact an accident attorney in Charlotte at (844) 817-8058 for more information.
Notes: Maurer Law has a team of writers who utilize outside, as well as, secondary sources in the creation of these accident news posts. Some of these sources include but are not limited to local and state news reports, local and state police reports and bulletins, various social media platforms, and first-hand accounts of the injury accidents that occur in North Carolina from eyewitnesses. Our team has not independently verified the facts and information relayed in this post. If you locate any information that is not correct, please contact our firm right away and we will change the story to reflect the most accurate information available. If you would prefer that the story be removed from our site, please let us know, and will do our best to accommodate you.
Disclaimers: Our firm writes these stories in an effort to alert drivers in North Carolina about the dangers associated with driving in hopes that they will take additional precautions when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being seriously injured in a similar accident. We do not write these posts as a solicitation for business. None of the information provided in these posts should be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photograph used in this post is not representative of the actual accident scene.