Philadelphia, PA (April 6, 2022) – Injuries stemmed from a car accident that took place on a major highway in Philadelphia on Wednesday morning, April 6.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 8:50 a.m. in the westbound lanes of the Vine Expressway around the area of Broad Street. Multiple vehicles were traveling in the area on rainy roads when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries.
The right lane was blocked for an extended period of time as police worked to clear the scene.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing. Police will update with more information as it is available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
There are over 120,000 miles of roads and highways throughout the state of Pennsylvania and this is only growing. This means that, as more and more vehicles hit the roads, car accidents will continue to increase. In 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 61,248 people were injured as a result of car accidents. These accidents happen on our major highways due to many different reasons, including the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Drowsy driving
If you have been hurt in a car accident, you will need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident. It is important that you seek the immediate help of an attorney.
Being injured in a car accident can turn your life upside-down within seconds. You may have questions that only a Philadelphia car accident attorney can answer. For instance, 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 successful claim? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a Philadelphia personal injury attorney.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
Our accident attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here for you after you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be on both physical and financial levels. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects, including the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
Our attorneys will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Please do not hesitate to 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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