Philadelphia, PA (April 23, 2022) – Injuries stemmed from a car accident that took place on a highway in Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon, April 23.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 3:22 p.m. in the westbound lanes of I-676 around the area of Broad Street and 22nd Street. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when one or more lost control, causing them to collide with one another. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged as a result.
Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were hurt as a result of the accident. The injured parties were hospitalized with unknown injuries.
The roadway was blocked in several westbound lanes. Police quickly worked to clear the scene so traffic could resume as normal.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Car accidents have been increasing on our roads yearly in the state of Pennsylvania. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye in many different areas but highways are known for happening most commonly in major cities. Philadelphia sees a large percentage of the state’s serious accidents every year. In 2016 alone, in fact, approximately 12,189 car accidents happened in Philadelphia County, with many of them leading to serious injuries. Car accidents can typically be prevented but continue to occur due to the negligence of others. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a car accident that is not your fault. You should be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to face entirely on your own. You may have questions that you can only answer with the help of a Philadelphia car accident attorney on your side, including the following:
- What types of evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident?
- What deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a claim?
- Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial?
These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a knowledgeable Philadelphia personal injury attorney.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you after you have been hurt in a car accident that was caused by another party. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Our attorneys are well-versed in Pennsylvania accident laws and will stand by your side when you need us the most. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you may find that you are eligible for a wide array of financial damages. Please contact a car accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can assist you.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information contained in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
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