Winston-Salem, NC (February 19, 2021) – Police in Winston-Salem responded to a car accident on Thursday, February 18th. The crash happened around 6:00 a.m. on U.S. Highway 52 near the exit for 25th Street at mile marker 110.
When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered at least one person suffering from injuries as a result of the crash. There is no information on the events leading up to the crash at this time. Police have not provided an update on the condition of the injured victim and the identities of those involved in the accident are also not available. The crash resulted in the closure of the right-hand, northbound lane of U.S. 52. Motorists were advised to use caution and to avoid traveling near the scene if possible.
The road later reopened around 8:00 a.m. No further details are available regarding the accident at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the victims of this Winston-Salem car accident. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
A North Carolina car accident is a stressful and often life-changing event. According to numbers released by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were nearly 300,000 car accidents in our state in the year 2018. Of these crashes, nearly 80,000 people suffered reportable injuries. A car accident in North Carolina can turn your life upside down, causing you to experience physical pain and suffering. The crash may also harm you mentally and financially, as you struggle to return to the life that you enjoyed before the accident. In some cases, injuries can linger for weeks and months after the accident itself.
If you find yourself in this position, it is important to remember that there is help available. Under North Carolina law, you could be entitled to compensation if you were hurt in a crash that was not your fault. The settlement you receive could help compensate you for pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and potentially more. Receiving the amount you deserve should be your top priority so that you can fully recover from your injuries without additional hardship. For this reason, it is imperative to speak with a skilled attorney who can protect your legal rights.
At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident lawyer Jason M. Burton knows what you are going through during this difficult time. For more than eight years, our firm has proudly assisted victims and their families who have been affected by the actions of negligent and careless drivers throughout our state. We will fight hard to make sure that you receive the full amount that you entitled to and that the crash does not continue to define your life in the months ahead.
We offer free consultations and case evaluations to all potential clients. We also handle most accident cases on a contingency fee basis. There is absolutely no financial obligation on your part until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your appointment with a member of our team, please contact us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
Note: Burton Law Firm utilizes a variety of outside sources in the creation of these accident news posts. These sources include news bulletins, police reports, first-hand accounts, news stories, as well as additional outside sources. For this reason, the details surrounding this accident have not been independently verified by our office or writing staff. If you find information that is not correct about an accident that we have written about, please contact our firm as soon as possible so that we can promptly correct the information. If you would prefer that we remove the story, contact us directly and we will make every effort to remove the story in a timely manner.
Disclaimer: Our team of personal injury lawyers at Burton Law Firm has taken pride in being active members of our local business community for more than 8 years. We are always striving to improve the quality of life for our community members and improve the overall safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. We hope that by providing this information about the dangers of driving that we will bring added awareness and drivers will use increased caution when operating a motor vehicle. Our thoughts are with everyone who may have been affected by this incident. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post should be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos in this post are not a depiction of the actual accident scene.