This news is to promote awareness around the dangers of motor vehicle accidents in the states of North Carolina and South 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 man from Greenville and a man from Raleigh passed away trying to help someone who crashed on Interstate 87 on Sunday, December 17. A black SUV drove off the road into a ditch. The two men pulled over to help and walked over to the grassy area where the crash happened.

While they were trying to help, another car drove off the side of the road striking the men. The victims have been identified as 45-year-old Roger J. McMurray, of Greenville, and 53-year-old Gregory J. Harman, of Raleigh. Harman was taken to WakeMed, where he died shortly thereafter.

The driver, 46-year-old Erik Rivas, was arrested and charged with two counts of misdemeanor death by vehicle and exceeding a safe speed.

At The Law Offices of Jason E. Taylor, our hearts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of both Roger and Gregory who suffered this tragic loss of life. We share our condolences for this devastating car accident that resulted in multiple lives lost.

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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