Durham, NC (December 13, 2020) – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash with reported injuries in Durham on Tuesday, December 8th. The crash took place around 3:20 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstate 85, near Mile Marker 179.
According to a report, Essie Mae Brockington was operating a 2001 Chevrolet southbound on I-85 when her vehicle was struck by a 2011 Honda driven by Tanesha Rene Alexander of Henderson. Rescue workers arrived at the scene shortly after the accident took place. Brockington was transported to Duke University Medical Center for treatment of injuries sustained in the crash. There is no current update on her condition. Alexander was not injured in the accident.
Troopers have not released any additional details surrounding the crash.
Our thoughts to go out to Essie Mae Brockington following this car accident on I-85 in Durham. We hope for her complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
Car accidents take place across our state each and every day. Many North Carolina car accidents occur on busy roads and major interstates, such as Interstate 85. With a higher traffic volume, higher speed limits, and a greater concentration of motorists, highways can be a dangerous and deadly place for drivers. Many highway drivers choose to operate their vehicles in an unsafe manner and will drive well over the posted speed limit or will fail to yield to those around them. These actions can place all other motorists at risk of being injured in a serious crash.
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a car accident in North Carolina, you likely have more questions than answers. You may wonder if you will be able to resume the life you had prior to the crash and how you will pay for the increasing medical bills. Following an accident, it is common to experience anxiety about your future in addition to the physical pain caused by the crash itself. In order to secure your future, it is important to make sure you have a trusted and experienced attorney who can guide you through the legal process and make your journey as smooth as possible.
At Burton Law Firm, we understand how you are feeling during this difficult time. North Carolina car accident lawyer Jason M. Burton has represented hundreds of crash victims in need of legal assistance when they have been affected by a negligent driver. We strongly believe in the pursuit of justice for all of our clients. Together, our team will fight for what is right with the goal being for you to make a full recovery and go back to enjoying the lifestyle that you had before the accident. Since 2012, we have helped recover over 40 million dollars in total compensation for our clients.
We provide a free consultation and case evaluation to all prospective clients and we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you will not owe us an attorney fee until we obtain a recovery for you. To schedule a time to discuss your case with a member of our team, please reach out to us using the link on our website or give us a call any time at (833) 623-0042.
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