Erie, PA (May 26, 2024) – On Saturday afternoon, May 25, there was a truck accident reported in the greater Erie region that resulted in the hospitalization of two individuals, per local officers who responded to the scene of the crash.
Three vehicles were involved in the collision, which happened on 6th Street, on the eastbound side of the Bayfront Parkway. Calls for the accident were initially received around 4:00 p.m., though the cause of the collision is still being investigated. The westbound lanes between Interstate 380 and Blakeslee’s Exit 284 were blocked for almost eight hours in the interim, and officers have not yet released the latest updates on the victims’ current conditions. Witnesses were asked to come forward as soon as possible.
Our thoughts go out to the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.
Commercial Truck Collisions in Pennsylvania
Traffic analysts say that there were approximately 170,000 truck accidents across the country during the past year or so. Furthermore, in terms of truck accidents, Pennsylvania trailed Florida, Texas, and California, the states with the highest rates of collisions.
Pennsylvania ranked fourth nationally. Even worse, many more people were injured, with a maximum of 300 deaths resulting from these accidents. Truck accidents are a major concern in Pennsylvania, as they are in many other states. The state has a large interstate and highway network, contributing to traffic. Furthermore, these vehicles’ sheer size and weight may cause catastrophic collisions.
Of course, you should be aware of your legal rights if you or a loved one were injured in a truck accident in Pennsylvania. When you file a claim for injuries sustained in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, you will work with more than just your typical auto insurance provider. A trucking contractor, for example, aims to increase earnings while limiting liability for accidents involving its drivers.
Fortunately, you can rest easy knowing that the skilled attorneys at the Slocum Firm are prepared to thoroughly assess your claim and collaborate with you to ascertain the compensation you are entitled to. Our attorneys at the Slocum Firm realize the impact of a major crash on victims, so that means that you and your family can count on us to fight for your legal rights. Reach out to our Tunkhannock Township truck accident attorneys at (570) 209-7376 to learn more about your options at this time.
