Philadelphia, PA (February 20, 2022) – At 4:40 a.m. on Sunday morning, February 20, a multi-vehicle crash with injuries occurred in Philadelphia.
According to Philadelphia officials, the accident happened in the northbound lanes of I-95 around the area of Allegheny Avenue. Two or more vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Several responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries in the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals, though their conditions are not known at this time.
The roadway was blocked in the area of Allegheny Avenue and the Betsy Ross Bridge 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 becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Car accidents are a leading cause of hospitalizations throughout the state of Pennsylvania, especially in our major cities. Philadelphia sees more car accidents than many cities within the state. In 2020, it was estimated that a total of 61,248 people in total were injured in Pennsylvania car accidents. Regardless of how severe a car accident is, it can lead to a lot of trauma that you are not prepared for in your life. As you try to work on your physical recovery, you may wonder how you will move forward financially as well. It is important that you seek the assistance of a legal advocate in your time of need.
The aftermath of a car accident can impact your life in many ways. You may be left with questions that only a skilled Philadelphia car accident attorney will be able to 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 have to meet when it comes to moving forward with a claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a dedicated Philadelphia personal injury attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we are here to help you move forward after a Philadelphia car accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. After being hurt in a car accident, success could feel like it’s miles away. We are here for you as you navigate the legal system for the first time. We will help you obtain compensation for a wide array of aspects, including the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
We are here to help you every step of the way. Please 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.
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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