Winston-Salem, NC (February 14, 2021) – The Winston-Salem Police Department responded to the scene of a two-vehicle crash in the city on Thursday, February 11th. The collision happened around 8:00 p.m. along Shattalon Drive near the intersection with James Street and Bethania Station Road.
According to Officer B.S. Schafer of the Winston-Salem Police Department, William Alfonso Hickman, of Winston-Salem, was traveling on Shattalon Drive. At the same time, Georgia Lee-Fisher, also of Winston-Salem, was traveling in the opposite direction on Shattalon. Hickman tried to make a left turn in front of Lee-Fisher’s vehicle but the two cars collided with one another. Hickman sustained injuries in the accident and was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Hospital by ambulance. The exact nature and extent of his injuries are not known at this time and there is no word on his condition. Lee-Fisher was not injured in the collision.
There have been no charges filed in connection with the accident as officers continue to investigate. There is no additional information available.
We wish to extend our thoughts and well-wishes to William Alfonso Hickman following this car accident in Winston-Salem. We hope for his complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
A North Carolina car accident can certainly be a devastating incident that can change the lives of those involved in an instant. Each day across our state, there are hundreds of reported car accidents. While not all reported accidents will involve injury, about one-third to one-half of all crashes will cause injuries to at least one person. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, approximately 80,000 people were injured in North Carolina car accidents in 2019. This number has increased steadily over the past several years are more drivers and more negligent drivers are taking to the roadways.
While a car accident in North Carolina is stressful and can lead to physical and emotional trauma, the crash does not have to define your life moving forward. If you were simply an innocent victim and were hurt due to the negligence of a third party, you may have important and valuable legal rights. Under North Carolina law, drivers and passengers who did not cause the accident can obtain a recovery for their pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, and potentially more. Understanding the amount to which you are entitled requires the help of an who is familiar with this area of the law.
At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton brings a wealth of skill and experience to every case. We treat each client with care and compassion and we will ensure that your case is handled properly and that you receive the payment that you need to move forward along your path to recovery. Together, we will make sure that you are not held financially responsible for someone else’s careless and reckless behavior.
Our team is here and ready to help you at any time. To schedule your free appointment with one of our attorneys, please contact us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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