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Raleigh, North Carolina’s capital, is among the top cities for car crashes statewide with over 16,000 crashed reported in 2023 . In 2023, Wake County reported thousands of accidents, over 32,000 in 2023 , with many occurring on I-440, I-540, I-40, Glenwood Avenue, and Capital Boulevard . High-speed commuting, ongoing road construction, and distracted drivers contribute heavily to the city’s collision rate .
Although Raleigh has worked to improve traffic safety—adding bike lanes, red-light cameras, and public awareness campaigns—serious crashes are still common, particularly during rush hour .
What to Do if you are Involved in an Accident
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident in Wake County :
- Ensure your safety and the safety of others
- Call 911 for medical or police assistance if needed
- Document the scene (photos, videos, and notes)
- Exchange contact and insurance information
- Get immediate treatment from your doctor or the ER
- Call us at 888-585-5970
Important Laws for North Carolina
- In North Carolina, motor vehicle accidents are primarily governed by statutes found in Chapter 20 of the North Carolina General Statutes
- Statute of Limitations: Personal Injury Claims generally have a three-year statute of limitations .
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Raleigh, contact the Michael Brady Lynch Law Firm at 888-585-5970 to get the support and help you need.
Date: June 23, 2025
Attorney and Editor-in-Chief: Brandon Salter
Editor: Madison Hurley
Citations:
https://raleighnc.gov/transportation/services/vision-zero/safe-streets-all-comprehensive-safety-action-plan
North Carolina 2023 Traffic Crash Facts (North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles).
North Carolina 2023 Traffic Crash Facts (North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles).
https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/wake-county-news/wake-forest-police-identify-the-most-dangerous-intersections-in-the-town/
https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/wake-county-news/wake-forest-police-identify-the-most-dangerous-intersections-in-the-town/
https://raleighnc.gov/transportation/services/vision-zero/safe-streets-all-comprehensive-safety-action-plan
https://www.wccbcharlotte.com/2025/04/04/study-north-carolina-among-top-states-with-most-fatal-crashes-during-rush-hour/
https://www.ncdoi.gov/consumers/auto-and-vehicle-insurance/after-accident
https://www.ncleg.gov/Laws/GeneralStatuteSections/Chapter20
https://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/html/BySection/Chapter_1/GS_1-52.html