Philadelphia, PA (February 15, 2022) – Around 6:20 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, February 15, a multi-vehicle collision with injuries occurred in Philadelphia.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of the Ben Franklin Bridge around the area of North 5th Street. Several vehicles were traveling on the bridge in the area when one or more lost control, causing a chain-reaction collision. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Several responders, including Philadelphia paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries as a result of the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of unknown injuries.
Three left lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for a period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
No further details have been released but the investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County has seen a large number of car accidents in recent years, even more than most cities throughout the state of Pennsylvania. It was reported that, in 2016, approximately 12,189 car accidents happened throughout the entire city. Out of these accidents, thousands of people sustained injuries and were hospitalized. Car accidents in our cities can typically be prevented but continue to happen on high levels due to the fact that drivers are engaged in reckless acts. Driver error is actually one of the number one reasons for car accidents on our roads every year in Pennsylvania. If you have sustained injuries in a car accident that is not your fault, you should have the assistance of an attorney on your side.
No car accident is easy to handle, especially if you have sustained serious injuries. From the very start of your claim, you should have the skilled help of a Philadelphia car accident attorney on your side. An attorney will be able to help you when it comes to many aspects of your claim, especially if you have sustained any of these severe injuries:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Organ damage
- Fractures
These injuries are sometimes so severe that they land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time at work. As you work to get back on your feet, you should have the help of a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer on your side.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we have diligently assisted those injured in car accidents over the years. We will work to maximize your compensation and ensure that your rights are being protected after a car accident that is not your fault. Our attorneys are well-versed in Philadelphia accident laws and will stand by your side as you work toward results. You should never have to stand alone after a car accident. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 600-0681 for the help that you deserve.
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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