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2/16/2010
Richard N. Shapiro
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Two Tires Fly off Tractor-Trailer Truck Striking Three Vehicles near Havelock, North Carolina

Three cars in Havelock, North Carolina had quite a scare last week when two rear tires and a hub flew off of a tractor trailer on U.S. 70 late in the afternoon. At approximately 3:15 p.m. the Coastal Regional Solid Waste Management Authority's truck two left rear tires came off as it was headed east.

The rig was operated by a Mr. Tim Ozmore, or Newport, North Carolina who is listed as an employee of the Bowen Company out of Belhaven, North Carolina (N.C.). The trucker's wheels flew off just west of Ketner Boulevard.

One of the victims, Debbie Wait of New Bern said, "I was driving down the road and saw a tire coming. There was nothing I could do. I was just hoping it didn't hit the windshield."  Wait's brand new Toyota Sienna had a muddy tire print on the front bumper from the tire's impact. Another victim was thankful for only having some dents and bodywork torn on his vehicle. According to eyewitnesses everyone involved was very, very lucky. The tires where bouncing and hit the median and went clear across the road to the other lanes of traffic.

The tire reportedly also struck another car, a red Trans Am, doing minor damage.  All told, the two tires struck three different vehicles and caused a considerable amount of property damage and caused quite a stir among all those involved. As reported by local news sources, the truck was one of twenty five that the waste authority operates. The driver was headed back to the transfer station managed by the Coastal Environmental Partnership. In all fairness, Ms Wait said that the truck driver stopped immediately after he saw the tires strike her vehicle and knew that they came from his trailer.
After a North Carolina truck accident, it's important to take the right steps immediately. There are certain crucial things to do after any car accident in North Carolina, even if it looks like only minor property damage has happened.  There are several more steps to take if you have been injured. When a commercial vehicle of any kind, like a trash truck, an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, or any other truck such as a semi, construction or delivery truck is involved, additional considerations become important such as getting cell phone pictures of the damage and the scene, gathering witness names and phone numbers.  However, its important to all seek a confidential consultation with an injury attorney is serious injuries are involved as the truck insurance adjusters, and even attorneys, will go the accident scene right away to protect the trucking company.  For information on trucking injury claims, check out our trucking law blog.

If necessary, you should seek out medical care immediately. It's best to go ahead and get checked out even if you feel alright, even if you think you are just a little bruised or battered as you just cannot know the extent of any hidden injuries. You should report the accident to your insurance company, but don't speak to anyone that represents the interests of the other driver without your own legal representation.  Never sign any documents without legal counsel.  Also, it's important to take photos of all vehicles involved, and the roadway and the scene. 

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About the Editors: Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton is a Virginia injury law firm whose attorneys focus on personal injury and accident law and have experience handling truck wreck cases. Check out our truck accident case results and our free consumer guide on what to do if you get involved in an accident with a commercial truck.

We have offices in Virginia Beach and Hampton, VA, but we're ready to come to you anywhere in Virginia, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Newport News, VA, if you've been seriously hurt by someone else's carelessness.

Rick Shapiro and James Lewis have been named to the National Million Dollar Advocates Forum since 2009 and included among the Best Lawyers in America since 2008. Jim and Rick have been named Virginia Super Lawyers for Personal Injury Law since 2010. Fewer than 5 percent of practicing lawyers receive this honor.

In addition, our VA injury law firm was the first in the commonwealth to join Primerus, a select group of highly ethical and respected law firms, and we have the highest rating of AV from Martindale-Hubbell, a national lawyer ranking organization. The rating indicates we have a reputation for preeminent legal skill.

While not every injury case meets our criteria, we offer a free initial confidential consultations. Call us toll free at (800) 752-0042. If you cannot get through due to high call volume, please leave a message so we can get back to you.

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