Levittown, PA (January 29, 2022) – A man was injured in a rollover crash that took place on a roadway in Levittown on Friday evening, January 28.
According to local officials, the accident happened around 7:25 p.m. on Bristol-Oxford Valley Road around the area of Frosty Hollow Road. A passenger vehicle and a pickup truck were traveling in the area when they collided on the snowy road due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicle went into a nearby backyard and the pickup truck flipped over alongside the road.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the pickup truck was partially ejected from his vehicle. He became pinned under the truck and had to be freed by fire crews, which took about 15 minutes. The man was rushed to St. Mary Medical Center, though his condition is not yet known.
Due to the severity of the collision, a large portion of the roadway was blocked in the area for some time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Rollover accidents are largely known as some of the most severe accidents that occur on our roads in Pennsylvania. A car accident is classified as a rollover if the vehicle rolls onto its side or roof upon impact. These accidents are known for being incredibly severe, as occupants of a vehicle could be ejected from the vehicle as soon as the accident occurs. In 2019 throughout the entire country, it is estimated that approximately 6,358 occupants of vehicles died in rollovers. Being injured in a rollover accident can turn your life upside-down within seconds. Because of this, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
It is normal to feel nervous and confused after you have been injured in a car accident. If you have never sustained injuries in one of these collisions before, you should be prepared to speak with a Levittown car accident lawyer who has your best interests in mind. You will need to prove several aspects in your claim, including the following:
- The driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver breached the duty of care
- The breach of duty led to the accident
- The accident led to your injuries and other damages
You may face a wide array of challenges after you have been hurt in a car accident. Because of this, you should speak with an experienced Levittown personal injury lawyer who has your best interests in mind.
Levittown Car Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we have diligently assisted those injured in car accidents over the years. We will guide you through the various steps of a successful claim and help you achieve compensation that you deserve. You have every right to get back on your feet after an accident that is not your fault. Our attorneys are here for you when you need them the most. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Levittown at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can assist you.
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