North Carolina Injury Lawyer Blog
Charlotte, NC (December 20, 2020) – Around 4:30 a.m. on Sunday morning, December 20, a fire truck accident took place in Charlotte.
According to the Charlotte Fire Department, the accident took place at 5000 Sunset Road. The CFD Engine 28 was responding to a fire alarm in the area when it suddenly rolled over for reasons that are not yet known.
Four firefighters with the department were on board at the time of the accident. Three of the firefighters were injured as a result of the accident and were transported to local hospitals. They are expected to make full recoveries.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for an extended period of time.
No further details have been released. 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
Accidents involving trucks are known for being some of the most catastrophic accidents on our roads. Because trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads, they are capable of causing some of the most immense harm on our roads. Between 2010 and 2017, truck accidents increased by approximately 41% in North Carolina. If you have been hurt in a truck accident and believe that another party is to blame, you should have the help of an attorney on your side.
Many people suffer from Charlotte truck accidents every single year. These accidents can leave you feeling both helpless and alone, especially because truck accident claims are incredibly complex. It is not always cut and dry to determine who is to blame for your accident. Some of the most common parties who are to blame for these accidents include truck drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, and more. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you should speak with a Charlotte personal injury attorney who has your best interests in mind.
At Maurer Law, our dedicated and compassionate accident attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those injured in truck accidents throughout the years. We understand how challenging it can be to face the aftermath of an accident on your own. Our attorneys will assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for a wide array of financial aspects. If you have been injured and wonder where you can turn, please contact an accident attorney in North Carolina at (844) 817-8058 to find out how we can help you.
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 and 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.