Philadelphia, PA (February 23, 2022) – Injuries were reported in a car accident that took place on a highway in Philadelphia on Wednesday night, February 23.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 8:05 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-76 around the area of Montgomery Drive and Girard Avenue. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. It is believed that one or more lost control, causing the forceful collision. The vehicles involved in the crash were badly damaged.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other local responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries in the collision. The injured parties, who have not yet been identified, were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries.
Due to the severity of the collision, two right lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for some time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
No further details have been released. 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
Hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in car accidents throughout the state of Pennsylvania every single year. In 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 104,475 car accidents took place throughout the state, leading to injuries in approximately 61,248 people. These accidents happen every single hour of the day throughout the state. In fact, about 286 car accidents occur every day within the state. Car accidents happen in many areas but highways are known for being some of the most common. If you have sustained injuries in a collision that is not your fault, you should be prepared to seek the help of an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Filing a lawsuit after being injured in a car accident can be entirely complex. You will likely have questions that you cannot answer without the assistance of a Philadelphia car accident attorney on your side. An attorney can be incredibly beneficial if you have sustained serious injuries, including any of the following:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Organ damage
- Broken bones
- Paralysis
These injuries are capable of landing victims in the hospital and out of work for an extended period of time. If you have been injured in a collision, you should speak with a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer that you can rely on.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
Because you have limited time to bring a claim after an accident, our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be and offer our help when you need it the most. Having an attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected 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 help 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.
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