Monday morning two-vehicle crash was at Catherine Lake and Fowler Manning roads
ONSLOW, NC, (August 19, 2024) - A 44-year-old man lost his life Monday morning in a head-on motor vehicle collision in Onslow County.
Bobby Rutherford lost his life Monday morning in a head-on car accident at an intersection near Albert Ellis Airport in Onslow County.
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, two vehicles collided head-on when one attempted a left turn at the intersection of Catherine Lake Road and Fowler Manning Road shortly before 11 a.m.
One of the drivers, identified as Jacksonville resident Bobby Lee Rutherford, was sadly declared deceased at the site of the crash.
The second driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
HEAD-ON CRASH INVESTIGATION
The most common cause of head-on accidents is driver error. However, they are also caused by speeding, distracted driving, drunken driving, poor road design, inexperienced drivers, and confusion from the driver.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 42,915 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2021, an increase of over 10 percent from 2020.
“Contributing factors to be examined include road conditions, visibility, and lighting,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced auto accident attorney.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Bobby Rutherford may pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
“Stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families must go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
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