Beaufort County, NC (December 17, 2020) – A 33-year-old man died after being struck while changing a tire in Beauford County. The accident happened on Tuesday, December 17th around 2:30 a.m. on Dan Taylor Road.
Police say that 33-year-old Philip Barbour was driving a vehicle on Dan Taylor Road when one of his tires became disabled. Barbour parked his vehicle on the shoulder of the roadway and exited the car to change the tire. While he was on the shoulder, he was struck by a passing vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene after the crash and before police could arrive.
Barbour suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the crash scene. The truck, which is described by witnesses as a dark Chevrolet or GMC pickup truck, was last seen traveling southbound on Corsica Road.
We wish to offer our most sincere thoughts and condolences to the family of Philip Barbour following this tragic fatal crash in Beaufort County.
Fatal Accidents in North Carolina 
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there 1,500 fatalities due to car accidents in North Carolina in 2019. This number includes hundreds of victims who were killed by careless and reckless drivers. Unfortunately, many lives are lost on our state’s roadways in crashes that would have otherwise been preventable if the other driver was operating their vehicle in a safe and cautious manner.
Under North Carolina law, it is illegal to leave the scene of an injury accident. Drivers can be charged with a felony and can face serious consequences, including loss of their license, fines, and jail time. In addition to this, a hit-and-run driver can face a civil lawsuit for the damages caused by their actions. In cases where a death results, the driver can be sued for the wrongful death of the victim. These wrongful death lawsuits are initiated by the family members of the deceased victim and seek to recover a variety of damages including funeral and medical expenses, loss of consortium, lost wages, and more.
If you are facing the tragic loss of a family member, you need an attorney that you can count on to get results. North Carolina wrongful death lawyer Jason M. Burton has a reputation for fighting hard for his clients. Mr. Burton will stand up for you in court or in negotiations with the insurance company. No matter what is required for your case we are here to help. Our trained staff at Burton Law Firm will always make sure that you feel protected and that your case receives the care and attention that it deserves.
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