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Rafael Veloz Accident: Justice for Family?

We have over 25 years of experience representing victims of motor vehicle accidents across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $250 million dollars for our Clients.  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available to the family of Rafael B. Veloz.

Rafael B. Veloz Tragically Loses Life in I-85 Crash in Oconee County, SC.

Rafael B. Veloz Tragically Loses Life in I-85 Crash in Oconee County, SC. (WYFF4.com)

Oconee County, SC – A motor vehicle accident Tuesday morning, September 23, 2025, left one man fatally injured.

As reported by WYFF4.com, “[a]ccording to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, it happened around 6 a.m near the Georgia-South Carolina State line near exit 2. All southbound lanes were blocked until about 1:30 p.m. The South Carolina Highway Patrol said it involved four vehicles and one tractor-trailer.”

According to the report, “a 2016 Freightliner tractor-trailer rear-ended a 2013 Honda sedan, causing the Honda to rear-end a 2019 Chevrolet pickup truck. The 2019 Chevy pickup truck continued forward and rear-ended a 1998 Chevy pickup. Additionally, both the Honda and tractor-trailer crossed the cable barrier and hit a 2015 Chevy pickup head-on.”
FoxCarolina.com is reporting, “[t]he coroner said a man was found entrapped within the Honda. EMS provided life support measures after he was extricated, but he died at the scene at 7:10 a.m. The coroner identified the victim as 34-year-old Rafael B. Veloz ….”
The investigation is ongoing.

Potential Legal Claims for family of Rafael Veloz?

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

As the details of this accident continue to develop, and depending on a finding of fault, the family of Rafael B. Veloz may elect to file a civil claim seeking substantial compensation for their loss. The Murray Law Firm has had extensive and successful experience representing victims of motor vehicle claims in Georgia, and the legal team at the firm suggests that the family of Rafael Veloz Bell should retain a law firm to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation and the preservation of any and all evidence. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before this evidence is damaged or destroyed.

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OUR RESULTS? NEARLY $250 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained nearly $250 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients.

We offer our legal assistance, if desired.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 706-494-2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Gorlyn Wohlk Douglas Accident: Potential Legal Claims?

We have over 25 years of experience representing victims of motor vehicle accidents across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $250 million dollars for our Clients.  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available to the family of Gorlyn Wohlk.

Gorlyn Wohlk Loses Life in Douglas, ND Cement Truck, Side by Side Crash.

Gorlyn Wohlk Loses Life in Douglas, ND Cement Truck, Side by Side Crash. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Douglas, ND – A motor vehicle/Truck accident Thursday morning, June 5, 2024, left one man fatally injured.

As reported by KXnet.com, “[a]ccording to the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP), on Thursday at about 8:39 a.m., the man was driving a John Deere side by side west on 359th Ave SW, when a Kenworth cement truck also traveling west attempted to pass the side by side. The side by side reportedly turned left in front of the cement truck and was hit by the Kenworth. The John Deere came to rest in the north ditch, and the cement truck tipped onto the driver side and slid on the road, blocking both of lanes of traffic.”

KFYRtv.com is reporting, “[t]he driver of the side-by-side died from his injuries. The truck driver was treated at the hospital.”
According to MinotDailyNews.com, “Gorlyn Wohlk, 80, Douglas, died in the crash.”
The investigation is ongoing.

Potential Legal Claims for family of Gorlyn Wohlk?

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

As the details of this accident continue to develop, and depending on a finding of fault, the family of Gorlyn Wohlk may elect to file a civil claim seeking substantial compensation for their loss. The Murray Law Firm has had extensive and successful experience representing victims of motorcycle and motor vehicle claims in Georgia, and the legal team at the firm suggests that the family of Gorlyn Wohlk should retain a law firm to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation and the preservation of any and all evidence. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before this evidence is damaged or destroyed.

Successful Legal Outcomes in Similar Cases.

OUR RESULTS? NEARLY $250 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained nearly $250 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients.

We offer our legal assistance, if desired.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888-842-1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Tennessee and Georgia state law enforcement officials confirm a spike in unrestrained motorist and passenger accidents. Sadly, these statistics extend to teens and young children who were injured or killed in accidents without being properly restrained.

The Murray Law Firm hopes this new data will serve as a grave reminder to all parents, drivers and passengers to buckle up.

News 12 reports:

Vehicle crashes involving unrestrained motorist and passengers are increasing in both Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.

Georgia and Tennessee state law enforcement officials confirmed the statistics during a major press conference at Erlanger Medical Center.

“We’ve seen a spike in crashes. Interstates have seen a 22-percent increase in crashes this year,” said one Georgia State Trooper.

Within the 12-county Chattanooga district for the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the numbers are considered disturbing. 

Since 2012, more than 1,100 unrestrained people have been injured in crashes. 142 of those cases resulted in death. Hamilton County had the highest unrestrained fatalities with 33. 

Since January of this year, 86-unrestrained motorists and passengers were injured in crashes. 28-of those injures happened in Hamilton County. But those numbers mainly account for adults.

“We still see kids in our trauma unit that weren’t restrained properly or weren’t restrained at all,” Erlanger Trauma Surgeon Dr. Lisa Smith.

Georgia had nine straight years of reduced road fatalities. But this year, numbers have spiked.

“This year, we’re up almost 20-percent in the first quarter and it’s troubling,” said Georgia Governor Highway Safety Representative Harris Blackwood.

A great majority of those fatalities involve teenage drivers.

“We’ve buried too many of most valuable resources; our children. And many times they’ve done that because they were not wearing their seat belt,” Blackwood said.

Read the full story here.