Philadelphia, PA (June 8, 2024) – According to local authorities, a collision on I-76 in Philadelphia on Saturday morning resulted in the hospitalization of three individuals and the closure of the westbound side of the highway for several hours.

Per troopers with the Pennsylvania State Police, officers were dispatched to the area of the South Street exit around 3:30 a.m. to investigate a reported collision. Upon their arrival, officers discovered a gray SUV and a truck were involved in a crash on the highway.

Three people were hospitalized: a 34-year-old man sustained moderate injuries and is currently in stable condition, while a 24-year-old woman and a 25-year-old woman were both listed in “extremely critical condition” following the incident. The Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management announced that the highway reopened at approximately 11:30 a.m., but an investigation proceeded in the interim.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery.

Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Traffic researchers and data experts reported more than 150,000 truck accidents across the country during the past year or so. Furthermore, in terms of truck accidents, Pennsylvania ranked in the top five states nationwide for the occurrence of these incidents. Even worse, many more people were injured in Commonwealth truck accidents over the last year, 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.

It’s imperative that you and yours are aware of your legal rights after 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. For more information on scheduling a free consultation or how our team can protect your legal rights after an accident, contact our Philadelphia truck accident lawyers at (570) 209-7376.