Durham, NC (November 12, 2018) – In Durham early this morning, November 12, a fatal accident took place at a construction site that led to the death of a worker. The accident took place on South Alston Avenue.
Every day, construction accidents take place in North Carolina for a variety of reasons. Following this specific accident, authorities were called in around 7:15 a.m. The accident happened behind the Burger King in the area. Many vehicles are working on a roadway at the scene of the accident but have not released information on how the person lost their life just yet.
No positive identification has been made at this time. Police continue to investigate.
We would like to take a moment to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends involved in this accident and hope that they will be able to find comfort and peace at this time.
Fatal Accident in North Carolina
In 2016 in North Carolina, a total of 174 work-related accidents took place, with many of them taking place in the construction work zone. Many of these accidents are completely preventable but continue to occur every year.
If you or a loved one have fallen victim to a serious and life-changing construction accident, you have rights and we want to protect you every step of the way at the Nye Law Group. We are highly knowledgeable and experienced in these claims and want to help you file your claim from start to finish as you and your loved ones work to obtain the compensation you need to move forward during this difficult time. Please do not hesitate to call us today for more information at 912-200-5230.
Note: A variety of outside sources including news bulletins and police reports were used to create these posts and report on the injuries involved. Due to this, the details of these accidents have not been independently confirmed by our team and writing staff. In the event that false information is included in the story, please contact us immediately with the post’s title and the incorrect information, and we will correct the content.
Disclaimer: We at Nye Law Group pride ourselves as members of our local community and strive to improve the overall safety and wellbeing of everyone in our state. Our deepest condolences go out to those injured in these accidents, and we hope that by promoting an awareness of these dangers, our community can take the steps necessary to avoid them. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information provided should not be mistaken as medical or legal advice.