You may have gotten a bad night’s sleep, but it is likely that you still must wake up in the morning and go on your daily commute to work, and then home again. Others around you may be in the same boat and some of them may be too drowsy to drive safely. You may think...
Victor C. Mitchener, Attorney
Joseph H. Downer, Attorney
Year: 2022
Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run accident on I-485
Motorcyclists usually do not fare well in collisions on an interstate highway. A recent accident on I-485 near Moore’s Chapel Road demonstrates this unhappy truth. The incident A Charlotte man was riding his motorcycle on the outer loop of I-485 when he was caught in...
Notorious Charlotte road gets crosswalk to reduce auto accidents
While auto accidents can happen without warning anywhere in Charlotte and across North Carolina, there are some roads that are more dangerous than others. Researchers, planners, legislators and activists are cognizant of the risks people face and strive to improve...
Elements of a wrongful death claim in North Carolina
An accident fatality can be overwhelming for surviving family members who now must learn how to live without their loved one. In addition to the emotional pain and suffering they are likely experiencing, family members may also find it difficult to maintain stability...
Prepare for potential slip-and-fall defenses from store owners
Victims of retail slip-and-fall accidents may choose to bring a claim against store owners to recover medical expenses and other damages relating to the incident. As you and your attorney gather evidence to build your premises liability case, you should also consider...
Driver fatigue common cause of truck accidents
While a career in truck driving has many advantages, reasonable hours are typically not one of them. Commercial truck drivers are often expected to spend long stretches of time on the road, often traveling across multiple states in just one trip. However, the long...
How do you know how much your case is worth?
People who have been injured in a motor vehicle accident often wonder what a personal injury claim would be worth if they were to pursue one. This is a good question, and one that requires careful consideration if you want to find accountability and recover for the...
Owners of parking lots need to keep customers safe
While people might not think of it, parking lots are very dangerous places. For one, in a parking lot, there is a lot of motor vehicle traffic. There is also plenty of foot or even bicycle traffic, meaning cars and pedestrians are in close quarters and can be involved...
NC accident statistics highlight ongoing safety problems
The year 2020 was not the best for traffic safety on North Carolina’s roads. According to statistics compiled by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were just over 247,000 crashes reported on this state’s roads. While this was a decrease from the...
Ways to keep stores safe
A routine shopping trip can end up with an avoidable injury. But property owners have the duty to prevent, fix or warn about hazards that can injured customers. These are some the steps store owners should take. Visual inspection Visual inspections can help prevent...