What Does the Major Crash Investigation Unit Do After a Crash?

Minor fender benders happen every day. These accidents often result in negligible damage and insignificant injuries. However, some accidents are much more serious and result in severe injuries or fatalities. These major accidents are often complex and require some evaluation to determine the circumstances that caused the crash. When an accident results in a fatality, the police must take special steps to evaluate and investigate the crash. Many police departments, including the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, have an internal department called a major crash investigation unit.

What is a Major Crash Investigation Unit?

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What is Pain and Suffering, and How is it Calculated?

If you or someone you love was hurt in an accident, you may suffer financial, physical, and emotional damages. In North Carolina, you are allowed to request damages you suffered in an accident that wasn’t your fault. There are both economic and non-economic damages that you incur as a result of an injury. Many people wonder whether they may be able to collect compensation for pain and suffering, and if so, how much money they are owed.

What is Pain and Suffering?

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What Makes Jackknife Truck Accidents So Dangerous?

As drivers, we share the roads with many other vehicles, including large commercial trucks. Semi-trucks are a necessity for delivering goods and products across the country. At the same time, trucks can be dangerous. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), more than 172,000 large-truck accidents occurred in the United States in 2024. Those accidents resulted in almost 5,000 fatalities. Accidents with large trucks can be serious. One of the most common causes or contributors to truck accidents is jackknifing.

What is Jackknifing?

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Tanker Truck Crash Results in Fatality in Johnston County

A tanker truck accident happened on I-42 (US 70) in Johnston County, near Clayton, closing the eastbound lanes for several hours. The crash occurred in the early evening hours. First responders rushed to the scene, including the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, firefighters from nearby Clayton, and EMS from Johnston County. The driver of the tanker died at the scene in a rollover accident.

What are Tanker Trucks?

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Robotaxi Involved in Accident on First Day of Operation in Charlotte

Robotaxis are being rolled out in cities across the country. These autonomous vehicles are designed to provide passenger transportation around cities, including Charlotte. Waymo, a leading robotaxi company, has begun limited operations in our city. On the first day of operation, a Waymo vehicle was involved in a minor accident. Waymo is owned by parent company Alphabet, which also owns Google. The accident leaves people wondering whether autonomous vehicles are safe.

What is a Robotaxi?

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Ladder Falls: What are My Legal Rights?

Ladders are necessities. Whether we use them at home or at work, we need them to help us in our everyday lives. Reaching high places would be impossible if not for ladders and stepstools. Unfortunately, using a ladder can be dangerous. It is estimated that as many as 500,000 people a year are injured due to falling from ladders. Injuries can range from minor to severe, and an average of 300 people a year die as a result of injuries suffered in a ladder fall. When someone falls from a ladder, it may not always be their fault. In some cases, a negligent party is liable for the accident.

What Causes Ladder Falls?

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Sharing the Road with Autonomous Vehicles

The world is becoming more and more automated. We see automation in all areas of our lives, and transportation is no exception. Autonomous vehicles are common in many large cities, and their appearance will likely increase in the future. Self-driving cars can be somewhat daunting to other drivers. You want to make sure that other vehicles, including self-driving cars, are following the laws and not causing accidents.

What are Autonomous Vehicles?

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Rear-End Collision Injuries

Rear-end collisions are the most common type of accident in the United States. Unfortunately, rear-end crashes may also cause some of the most serious injuries. Even collisions that occur at low speeds can result in devastating consequences. Often, the driver of the vehicle that crashes from behind is at fault for the crash. If you suffer severe injuries due to a rear-end crash that is not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. Speak to an experienced attorney to help you seek money for your damages.

Common Injuries Caused by Rear-End Accidents

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How Long Do We Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim?

The sudden or unexpected death of a loved one is traumatic for the whole family. It is even more difficult when the death occurred due to the negligence of someone else. When a family member dies as a result of someone’s wrongdoing, you may be owed compensation. In order to seek a resolution, the family may need to file a wrongful death claim. An experienced wrongful death attorney can help guide you through the process.

What is “Wrongful Death”?

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Teen Driver Safety

There are more than 217,000 teen drivers in North Carolina, with about 150,000 new teen drivers obtaining their learner permit each year. Teenage drivers have less experience than other drivers and may be involved in accidents. In 2024, there were 12,366 accidents involving teen drivers in North Carolina. Of these, there were 2,327 injuries and 32 fatalities reported. Teen driver safety is a concern for everyone. There are some important things to know about teen driver safety in North Carolina.

Are Teenage Drivers More Dangerous?

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