Reidsville, NC (May 6, 2022) – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating following an impaired driving crash in Reidsville on Wednesday, May 4th. The accident happened around 4:30 p.m. on Flat Rock Road.
According to an investigation report, 69-year-old Mary Craver Moore, of Browns Summit, was on McCoy Road when she tried to turn onto Flat Rock. While turning, she went left of center and struck a mailbox before colliding head-on with a motorcycle. The motorcyclist, 33-year-old Randall Williams, of Reidsville, was riding on Flat Rock at the time of the crash. Williams was seriously hurt as a result of the collision and was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
During the crash investigation, it was determined that Moore was impaired after she registered a BAC of .19, more than twice the legal limit. She was then arrested and charged with driving while impaired and driving left of center.
There is no further information regarding the crash at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the injured victim following this crash in Reidsville. We hope for a full recovery.
North Carolina DWI Accidents 
Impaired driving crashes in North Carolina continue to cause major problems for motorists. The North Carolina Department of Transportation maintains statistics on the number of DWI crashes that occur each year across our state. In 2019, the number of alcohol-related reported accidents was 11,475. As a result of these crashes, 7,426 people were hurt and 412 were killed. The chances of being hurt in a crash involving an impaired driver are higher than in an accident where no one involved is impaired. Drunk drivers lack the reaction time and the judgment that is necessary to safely operate a vehicle. As a result, DWI accidents often occur at high speeds as the impaired driver takes little or no evasive action to avoid the collision.
Under North Carolina law, drunk drivers are legally responsible for the damages that they cause. In many cases, the damage is significant. These drivers can also be held responsible for punitive damages which is a special category of legal damages that allows an injured victim to recover money in order to punish the conduct of the careless driver. In addition, victims can also seek reimbursement for their medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and possibly more. In this situation, it is always best to consult with an experienced attorney before making any decisions regarding your case.
Here at Burton Law Firm, our attorneys can help you during your time of need. Attorney Jason M. Burton has handled serious accident cases across North Carolina for nearly a decade. We know what needs to be done to help you get the compensation that you need and deserve. Our firm offers free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. To schedule your team to speak with a DWI accident lawyer in Reidsville, please do not hesitate to contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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