North Carolina Injury Lawyer Blog
Charlotte, NC (January 13, 2021) – Around 12:10 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, January 13, a hit-and-run accident took place on a roadway in Charlotte.
According to police, the accident occurred at 2407 Julia Avenue when two vehicles collided for reasons that are not yet known. One of the vehicles involved in the accident immediately fled the scene of the crash. The accident led to extensive damages.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene of the accident. One or more victims were hospitalized for their injuries, though their conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for a period of time.
Police did not say if they were able to catch the driver responsible for the accident. Their investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina
Hundreds of thousands of car accidents happen in the state of North Carolina every single year. In just one recent year, in fact, over 119,000 people were injured as a result of these collisions. Out of these accidents, a large percentage take place due to the reckless acts of hit-and-run drivers. Drivers sometimes flee the scene of the collision due to reasons like distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, drowsy driving, and more. If you have been hurt in an accident and you are unsure about where you can turn, it is imperative that you seek the help of an accident attorney.
North Carolina car accidents happen in the blink of an eye. Hit-and-run drivers are disobeying the law when they flee the scene of a collision and you have options against a party who risks your life in this way. If you have spent time in the hospital and away from work, you have likely incurred damages as a result of your accident. It is essential that you immediately start speaking with a Charlotte personal injury attorney who has your best interests in mind after an accident.
At Maurer Law, our dedicated and compassionate accident attorneys are here to help you after you have been hurt in a collision that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming it can be to face the aftermath of an accident and will stand by your side every step of the way. You have the right to seek compensation for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Charlotte at (844) 817-8058 to find out what options are available for 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 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.