High Point, NC (March 10, 2021) – A man from Greensboro was injured in a car accident that took place in High Point on Tuesday, March 9th. The crash took place near the intersection of Wendover Avenue and Hickory Grove Road at approximately 7:45 p.m.
Officer S.J. Laughrun of the High Point Police Department responded to the accident scene. According to Officer Laughrun, Cole Bixler, of Jamestown, was driving southbound on Hickory Grove Road when he tried to cross West Wendover Avenue. As he crossed the street, Bixler abruptly stopped in his travel lane. Bixler’s vehicle was struck from behind by a vehicle driven by Stephon Matthews, of Greensboro. An ambulance arrived at the scene and treated Matthews for a broken hip. He was later transported to Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro for additional treatment. Bixler was also transported with unknown injuries.
Following an investigation, Bixler was charged with failure to yield for his role in the collision.
No further information is available at this time.
Our thoughts are with Stephon Matthews following this car accident in High Point. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
North Carolina Car Accidents 
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there are approximately 80,000 injury accidents in our state each year. This number has continued to rise in recent years as we have seen more and more negligent drivers on our roadways. Most crashes are caused by one or more negligent or careless actions of other motorists, including speeding, distraction, reckless driving, and impairment. Unfortunately, these motorist’s actions also influence others on the road. Innocent drivers can find themselves involved in an injury crash that can change their lives in a matter of seconds.
If you or a loved one have been affected by the actions of another driver, you should act promptly to protect your legal rights. While you may be facing high medical costs, tremendous pain and suffering, and lost wages due to being unable to work, there is hope for your future. If the crash was not your fault, the other driver can be held accountable for their actions. This may include negotiations with the insurance adjuster handling your claim.
The amount of compensation to which you are entitled can only be determined by an attorney with skill and experience handling accident claims. At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton has handled hundreds of accident claims all throughout the state. Since 2012, Mr. Burton has helped his clients and their families secure more than 40 million dollars in total compensation. We would be honored to assist you as well. Before you pick up the phone to speak with the insurance company, you should contact us first so that you are aware of your rights and you can have a trusted advocate on your side who will even the playing field and fight for you when your back is against the wall.
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