This news is to promote awareness around the dangers of motor vehicle accidents in the state of North Carolina. Our team at The Law Offices of Jason E.Taylor has represented thousands of clients who have been the victims of other’s negligence while operating motor vehicles. We deeply understand the profound impacts these accidents can have on so many families and loved ones.

A woman passed away in an accident on Interstate 40 early Thursday morning on August 24th.

42-year-old, Lougenia Hollifield, from Morganton, was killed on I-40 eastbound near Mile Marker 101 when she walked out in front of an eastbound tractor-trailer at roughly 6:45 a.m.

Although the driver was already going well under the posted speed limit, he did not have time to stop or slow down. The pedestrian, Hollifield was pronounced dead at the scene.

No charges will be filed in connection with the accident.

Our thoughts and prayers at The Law Offices of Jason E. Taylor are with the families who lost a loved one in this tragic pedestrian accident. 

Should you or someone you know find yourself injured as a victim of someone else’s negligence in an accident, our firm offers free consultations to help guide you through the process so you can focus on your mental and physical recovery. Contact us at 1-800-351-3008.
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