Charlotte, NC (November 21, 2020) – Around 10:30 a.m. on Saturday morning, November 21, a car accident occurred in Charlotte. The accident took place at the intersection of Wilkinson Boulevard and Ashley Road when two vehicles collided. Though few details have been released, police confirmed that two vehicles entered the…
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Charlotte, NC – One Person Killed in Fatal Collision on I-77
Charlotte, NC (November 20, 2020) – Around 4 a.m. on Thursday, November 19, one person was killed in a fatal collision in Charlotte. According to police, the accident took place in the southbound lanes of I-77 around the area of Sunset Road. The exact circumstances of the accident are not…
Charlotte, NC – Child Severely Injured in Car Crash Following Pursuit on NC-16
Charlotte, NC (November 19, 2020) – Around 9:55 p.m. on Wednesday night, November 17, a child and numerous other victims were injured in a Charlotte car crash. Police were searching for a 27-year-old suspect who was wanted for prescription fraud, assault on police officers, and more. On Wednesday night, police…
Conover, NC – Fatal Head-on Collision Involving Rental Truck on NC-16
Conover, NC (November 18, 2020) – On Tuesday evening, November 17, a fatal head-on collision involving two vehicles took place on a highway in Conover. According to Catawba County officials, the accident happened on NC-16 around the area of I-40 when a rental truck was making a left turn onto…
North Carolina Court of Appeals Considers Fatal Scooter Accident Case Involving a Police Officer
While any type of motor vehicle accident is a tragedy, scooter accidents can lead to particularly dangerous outcomes because the scooter rider is so exposed to the elements. Scooters can also be harder to see than regular passenger vehicles, making it more likely that a car may hit one. If…
North Carolina Appellate Court Upholds Verdict for Defendant in Bicycle Accident Involving Contributory Negligence & Intoxication
Bicycle accidents are particularly stressful because of the serious injuries that often result when a vehicle collides with a bicyclist. At Maurer Law, we have provided numerous injury victims with assistance after they have suffered a Raleigh car accident, including individuals who were on a bicycle at the time of…
North Carolina Appellate Court Upholds Dismissal of Car Accident Lawsuit Involving Out-of-State Resident Based on Lack of Personal Jurisdiction
In some car accident cases, a question can arise regarding whether the defendant can be sued in the state where the accident happened or in another jurisdiction. There are rules that require a person to have minimum contacts with a jurisdiction in order for him or her to be sued…
North Carolina Appellate Court Reverses Denial of Coverage to Injured Minor in Severe Car Accident Case
If you were injured in a car accident, you may have already had discussions with your insurance company or the other party’s insurer to learn about whether you are entitled to benefits. Unfortunately, many insurance companies do not play by the rules and take advantage of insureds or people making…
North Carolina Appellate Court Reverses Summary Judgment for Defendant in Car Accident Dispute Due to Lack of Notice
If you were injured in a car accident, you can bring a claim for compensation. This process involves many different steps and it is important to know key deadlines and processes. If you fail to follow the rules or miss a deadline, you could jeopardize your right to receive damages.…
North Carolina Supreme Court Discusses Liability in Intersection Collision Accident Case
One of the most challenging aspects of a motor vehicle accident is figuring out who is responsible for the damages. In some situations, there may only be two parties involved and liability is clearer. But in others, there could be several potential defendants that owe the injured party compensation. If…