Practice Areas
Carolina Personal Injury News
Unfortunately, serious accidents happen daily. As a service to the local community, we post news articles about North Carolina and South Carolina accidents. If you have been injured in a car, truck or other type of accident, contact a Carolina injury lawyer from our office for answers to your questions.Car & Motorcycle Accidents
-
Hydroplaning Leads to Two Serious Car Wrecks in North Carolina
Aug 16, 2010Two car accidents led to serious injuries and loss of life in North Carolina (NC). The accidents were the result of hydroplaning. To learn more, check out this blog...
- 1 - 10 -
Attorney Discusses Vibrating Car Seat Aimed to Reduce Car Wrecks
Jul 08, 2010A new vibrating seat device was created to help reduce the number of car accidents caused by a lack of situational awareness or distraction. The vibrations would begin when another vehicle enters your blind spot. To learn more, check out this article:
- 2 - 10 -
Young Drivers Increase Risk of Wrecks on the Road During Summer Months
Jun 17, 2010Summertime means more people on the roads, and often these people are young drivers. Read more for information that will help you if you are the parents or guardians of a young driver involved in an accident:
Young Drivers on Vacation Prone to Make Poor Decisions and Cause Car Wrecks - 3 - 10 -
State Farm Accuses Customer of Stealing and Burning Their Own Car
Jun 11, 2010My colleague Jim Lewis published a new article on a shocking news story out of Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA). A State Farm customer had his truck stolen and filed a claim with the insurance company. Instead of paying the legitimate claim, State Farm accused their customer of intentionally stealing and burning the truck. To learn more, check out the article here:
Insurance Company Accuses Own Customer of Stealing and Burning Their Truck - 4 - 10 -
What Can Result from a Rear End Car Wreck
May 11, 2010Rear end car accidents are not always simply "fender benders." They can cause major damage to your vehicle and lead to a serious injury. To learn more, check out this article written by my colleague Rick Shapiro...
- 5 - 10
Rear End Car Accidents Can Really Hurt You -
Attorney Examines Eastern Shore Truck Wreck Involving Police Chief
Apr 26, 2010A tire blew out on the Exmore Police Chief’s Ford truck on Route 609 in Accomack County causing it to flip over. This is a tragic loss for Eastern Shore residents and is similar to the tragic ar accident involving Mayor Jeter Guy Lawson in 2009. To learn more, check out this article written by my colleague Jim Lewis. - 6 - 10
-
Truck/Tractor Trailer Accident Takes Life of Eastern Shore Man
Apr 17, 2010The Eastern Shore man was driving his 2002 Ford Ranger and hit the back of the tractor trailer. This caused the truck's airbags to deploy and smoke filled the cabin leading the truck to hit a Caterpillar grader. To learn more, please take a look at the article written by my colleague John Cooper. - 7 - 10
-
Forest Tech Killed By Flying Debris On I-40 In Davie County, NC
Mar 31, 2010Highway debris can be dangerous and even deadly – a lesson that was all too real this week in Davie County, North Carolina. A foreign object was kicked up into the windshield of a car this weekend and was ultimately responsible for the death of a well-known North Carolina resident.
While driving along Interstate 40 on Saturday, 59-year-old William Alexander “Alex” Williamson, a local forester, was involved in a deadly “freak” accident. A three-foot wide aluminum disk flew into the windshield of the SUV Williamson was driving and struck the man in the head before landing in the back seat.
When the car accident occurred, the passenger in the back seat dialed 911 while Williamson’s sister-in-law, Martha Williamson, took the wheel. At the time of the NC car accident, the car was traveling 70 miles per hour and on cruise control. Martha was able to bring the car safely to a stop after five miles. The two passengers in the car suffered minor injuries.
When emergency responders arrived, Williamson was transported to Davis Regional Medical Center in Statesville and then to Carolina Baptist Hospital before he died of his head injuries.
He worked for the Virginia Department of Forestry for 35 years.
North Carolina police are investigating the car accident. They say that marks on the metal disk lead them to believe that the object fell off of a truck and onto the highway and was then kicked up into the SUV’s windshield. Improperly tied loads can often lead to debris falling onto the interstate and then injuring or killing other drivers.
- 8 - 10 -
Toyota Admits Sudden Acceleration Problems Still Remain in Cars
Feb 25, 2010My colleague Rick Shapiro wrote about the continued problems with Toyota Motors. Executives admitted that the massive recall, involving over 8 million cars, and the metal shift "fix" may not actually solve the problem. This means there are still Toyota cars on the road that could suddenly accelerate leading to a major car wreck and serious injury. - 9 - 10
-
Attorney Discusses "Dnt Txt & Drv" Program
Jan 22, 2010Jim Lewis wrote a blog about an important safe driving program known as "Dnt Txt & Drv" which is being promoted throughout North Carolina schools. It emphasizes the importance of staying focused behind the wheel and not texting while driving. To learn more, check out the texting and driving awareness program here. - 10 - 10
Quick Contact
North Carolina Office
101 E. Elizabeth Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Toll Free: 1-800-752-0042
Get Directions
Main VA Office
1294 Diamond Springs Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Phone: (757)-460-7776
Fax: (757)-460-3428
Toll Free: 1-800-752-0042
Get Directions
Hampton-Peninsula Area Office
Mill Point Center
101 Eaton Street
Hampton, Virginia 23669
Phone: (757)-788-8162
Get Directions
What Our Clients Say
- You went above and beyond the call of duty for an attorney.
- I like to deal with people who are honest and who keep their word. You are that kind of straight shooter.
- I would recommend Mr. Shapiro and his staff to other persons who have a personal injury and need help with their situation as I did.