Philadelphia, PA (April 27, 2022) – Injuries stemmed from a serious car accident that took place on a Philadelphia highway on Wednesday afternoon, April 27.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 2:29 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-76 around the area of mile marker 343.5. Several vehicles were traveling in the eastbound lanes of traffic when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the accident were extensively damaged as a result of the crash.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries.
Most eastbound lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Though car accidents can be prevented, they continue to happen throughout the state of Pennsylvania due to the recklessness of others every year. In fact, hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in car accidents within the state each year. These accidents happen in many areas but cities are some of the most common. Because cities are so crowded with traffic, it is no surprise that these accidents happen within seconds every hour of the day. In 2016, it was reported that approximately 12,189 car accidents took place in Philadelphia County. If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you may be feeling alone and confused. It is important that you speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Facing the aftermath of a car accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. You may not be familiar with Pennsylvania accident laws. This is why it pays to have the help of an attorney on your side who can help you work toward the results you deserve. An attorney can help you show that several factors were present in your claim, including the following:
- A driver owed a duty of care on our roads
- A breach in duty occurred
- The breach in duty led to your accident
- The accident led to damages
If you have sustained injuries in a collision that is not your fault, you should speak with a Philadelphia personal injury attorney.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you get back on your feet after a Pennsylvania car accident. We are familiar with all aspects of the law and have the resources you need to be successful in your claim. Our attorneys want you to focus on your healing as we handle the stressful parts. You have options during these difficult times. 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.
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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