Winston-Salem, NC (May 27, 2021) – A Winston-Salem man was injured in a two-vehicle crash that took place on Tuesday, May 25th. The accident took place at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Reynolda Road near the intersection with Northwest Boulevard.
Officers with the Winston-Salem Police Department responded to the crash scene. According to a report from the scene, William Wesley Budd, of Winston-Salem was driving a 2016 Porsche northbound on Reynolda when he came to a stop at a red light in a travel lane. As he was stationary at the light, Budd observed a light in the turn lane change to green. He told officers that he believed the light in his lane had turned green and began to move forward. His car collided with a vehicle directly in front of him. The driver of the second vehicle was identified as Eric Thomas.
Thomas suffered undisclosed injuries as a result of the crash and was taken to Baptist Hospital for treatment. Budd was not injured. There is no further information available. An investigation into the accident is underway.
Our thoughts go out to Eric Thomas following this car accident in Winston-Salem. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
A North Carolina car accident can have life-altering effects. These crashes occur very suddenly and unexpectedly and, in the worst-case scenario, can result in the loss of a friend or loved one. Last year in our state, there were approximately 270,000 reported traffic accidents, nearly 80,000 injuries, and more than 1,400 fatalities. Most car accidents are entirely preventable and are caused due to basic human errors or driver negligence. A head-on crash is an example of the types of serious crashes that occur suddenly and can claim the lives of innocent victims.
If you have been injured or if you have lost a loved one in a North Carolina traffic accident, you should seek the assistance of a trained and experienced attorney as soon as possible. It is important to have an understanding of your legal rights after the accident. Before you speak with the insurance company, you should know that the adjuster is not working for you and the settlement offer that you do receive is likely to be well below the true value of your claim.
At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton understands what needs to be done to get you the compensation that you deserve. Mr. Burton brings years of dedicated experience and knowledge to your case and he will fight in order to secure your future following a sudden tragedy. We understand that you are feeling a range of emotions during this difficult time. Your mindset should be focused on your recovery and moving forward following the crash. You should not have to consume your time worrying about the outcome of a legal case. We are here to help and offer our assistance so that we can take some of the burdens off of you.
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