Zebulon, NC (July 12, 2021) – Police in Wake County responded to the scene of a crash involving multiple vehicles on Sunday, July 11th. The collision took place on U.S. Highway 264 near the intersection with Interstate 87 around 3:30 p.m.
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, the accident involved at least 20 cars. At the time of the collision, there were severe storms moving through the area. The accident was caused by a chain reaction collision when one vehicle failed to slow for others in front of it. At least three people were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Their identities have not been released at this time. The accident caused major delays in the area as police worked to clear the scene and investigate the collision.
Troopers say that charges are likely to be issued pending the outcome of an investigation. There is no additional information available at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to those who were injured in this car accident in Zebulon. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
Each day across North Carolina, there are hundreds of reported traffic accidents. Many of these crashes take place on interstates and other major roadways. In 2019, there were nearly 300,000 reported car accidents in North Carolina. This number has risen substantially over the year and has increased more by more than 60,000 crashes per year since 2014. As our state’s population continues to increase and more motorists are using the roadways, we can expect to see additional accidents in the coming years. Given the number of negligent drivers on our roadways, motorists should always be prepared to use caution when they get behind the wheel of a vehicle.
Following a car accident in North Carolina, you should be fully aware of your legal rights. This includes the right to recover payment for your injuries following the crash, including your pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, and potentially more. Depending on the severity of your claims, this amount can be substantial. The value of your claim can only be determined by an attorney with skill and experience handling personal injury claims.
Here at Burton Law Firm, we strongly believe that no innocent crash victim should be held responsible for the negligence of a third party. That is why we fight for our clients when they have been victimized by the actions of another driver. From our office in Raleigh, we handle crash cases on behalf of citizens in all communities throughout Wake County.
Our North Carolina car accident lawyers are here and stand ready to help you at any time. When you need an attorney who will fight for you, we will have you back every step of the way. Our firm handles most accident cases on a contingency fee basis. To schedule your appointment with a member of our team, please reach out to us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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