Wilmington, NC (April 30, 2021) – An 18-year-old was killed in a crash that took place on Thursday evening in Wilmington. The collision happened around 5:30 p.m. in the 4800 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Parkway.
The Wilmington Police Department responded to the accident scene. According to officers, Jakob Brian McLaughlin was traveling eastbound on MLK when his vehicle collided with a U-Haul truck. McLaughlin sustained critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the accident scene. The U-Haul driver, who was not identified, suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. No other vehicles were involved in the collision and no additional injuries were reported.
The crash is still under investigation at this time. There is no further information available.
We wish to offer our condolences to the family of Jakob McLaughlin during this difficult time. We hope that the U-Haul driver is able to make a complete recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
Tragically, there are about 1,400 people killed in North Carolina car accidents each year. Hundreds of these victims will lose their lives due to the actions of others on our roadways. Speeding, reckless driving, and other forms of careless behavior all contribute to the serious and fatal accidents that we see often in our state. Each fatal car accident must be carefully investigated by authorities to determine who should be held responsible.
When you have lost a loved one in a fatal crash in North Carolina, you may have legal rights. Under our state’s law, you could file a wrongful death claim against the responsible driver and their insurance company. There may be additional avenues of recovery, but your case can only be evaluated by a skilled and trusted North Carolina wrongful death attorney. These cases are complicated and can involve complex legal issues. Additionally, during this time, it is important to make sure that you are focusing on your family and other important issues. The last thing you should have to worry about is how to handle your legal case.
At Burton Law Firm, our team serves clients throughout the Piedmont Triad region. Since 2012, we have helped injured North Carolinians and their families recover more than 40 million dollars in compensation. We are here for you during the most difficult times and we take pride in helping individuals and families move forward following a tragedy. We strongly believe that no innocent accident victim should be held financially responsible for the negligent actions of another driver. We will fight for you when your back is against the wall and we will help ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve.
We are standing by at any time to take your call. We handle most injury cases on a contingency fee basis meaning that there is no attorney fee payment unless we obtain a recovery in your case. We offer free consultations and case evaluations to all potential clients. To schedule your appointment with us, please contact us using the link on our website or give us a call any time at (833) 623-0042.
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