Perquimans County, NC – One Person Killed in Crash on Cove Road

Perquimans County, NC (September 7, 2020) – One person was killed in a crash that occurred in Perquimans County on Sunday, September 6th. The crash took place around 1:30 a.m. in the 100 block of Cove Road.

Troopers with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene shortly after the accident occurred. According to officials, at least one motorist suffered fatal injuries in the accident. There are no details at this time on the circumstances leading up to the accident. Authorities are still working to notify the victim’s next-of-kin and have not released their identity at this time. There is no word on whether any other injuries were sustained as a result of the crash. Motorists in the area were advised to use caution when traveling near the crash scene and to find alternate routes of travel if possible.

An investigation into the accident remains ongoing. There is no additional information available at this time.

We would like to extend our most sincere condolences to the victim’s family following this tragic fatal car accident in Perquimans County.

Fatal Car Accidents in North Carolina  Perquimans County, NC - One Person Killed in Crash on Cove Road

A North Carolina car accident can result in catastrophic injuries and even death in the worst-case scenario. According to statistics from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were more than 1,400 fatalities reported due to traffic accidents in our state in the year 2018. Sadly, injury accidents take place every day in North Carolina, and the number of negligent drivers on our roadways ensures that innocent victims will inevitably be injured as a result of these accidents.

If you or a loved one have been affected by a crash anywhere in our state, you likely have questions about your legal rights. Under North Carolina law, if you were not at fault for the accident you could be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries. Similarly, if you have lost a loved one in the crash, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the other driver. Regardless of your situation, there is help available.

At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton is here for you during your time of greatest need. We understand what you are going through following a crash and we want to help. Our team combines strong advocacy with a passion for achieving justice. This approach has allowed us to recover more than 40 million dollars for injured crash victims and their families since 2012. Before you speak with the insurance company regarding your claim, you should first speak with a skilled and trusted attorney who can advise you on which steps you should take to secure your legal rights. During this time, your focus should be solely on your healing and recovery and you should not have to worry about your legal claim.

We are here for you at any time. Our firm offers free consultations and case evaluations to all potential clients and we handle most injury cases on a contingency fee meaning there is no payment unless we obtain a recovery for you. To schedule your free appointment, please contact us using the link on our website or give us a call any time 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.

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