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Multiple Vehicle Crash Involving Garbage Truck Injures Four People
A recent vehicle accident sent four people to the hospital, one in critical condition. The crash happened in the southbound lanes of I-85 in Charlotte, near the Beatties Ford exit 37. All southbound lanes of I-85 were shut down for a time immediately following the crash. The accident involved several vehicles, along with a garbage truck. The accident appeared to be extremely serious, leaving one vehicle overturned and another that hit a tree.
The details of what caused this crash have not been released. Three passenger vehicles, along with a large garbage truck, were all part of the accident. One vehicle left the roadway and flipped upside down. Another vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree. Medical personnel were called to the scene and began treating victims. Four victims were transported to the hospital, with at least one of the victims sustained life-threatening injuries.
Truck Accidents Are Often Serious
Although we do not know what caused this crash, we do know that accidents with trucks can be extremely dangerous. Garbage and recycling trucks can weigh up to 25 tons when fully loaded. Garbage trucks can also move more slowly on the road, and they may also have reduced driver visibility compared to other vehicles. The driver sits quite a bit above other autos, and there may be some blind spots. These trucks are quite large and sturdy and can render a lot of damage on impact. An investigation is ongoing as to the cause of this crash.
What to Do Following a Car Accident
There are several important things you should do after you are involved in a car accident. Call the police immediately. The police will secure the roadway and take charge of the scene, and an ambulance will provide medical evaluation and transportation to a hospital if needed. Take photos of the accident only if it is safe to do so. It is best to seek medical attention as soon as possible after an accident. Contact the insurance company to report the accident.
An investigation may be needed to determine how the crash happened and identify the negligent driver. Only those who are not negligent can collect compensation after an accident. You will need to keep copies of your medical expenses and any costs that you incurred as a result of your injuries. If the injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence, that driver should provide compensation.
Contact an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney
It is helpful to talk to a knowledgeable personal injury attorney following an accident. Your lawyer will help you navigate the process of working with the insurance company to obtain compensation for your damages. Damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, money for pain and suffering, and more. The negligent party should be required to pay for damages caused by their actions. Many cases are settled before they go to court. However, if the matter does not get resolved, your attorney will represent you through the legal process.
If you or a loved one was seriously hurt in an accident that was not your fault, you may be owed money for your injuries. Call us today at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, at (704) 370-2828 for a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
The skilled personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to maximizing the financial recovery and obtaining justice for every personal injury client injured by another party’s negligence. The issues our personal injury clients may be facing include, but are not limited to, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, product liability, catastrophic injuries, dog bite claims, car and truck accident injuries, motorcycle injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), nursing home negligence, spinal cord injury, boating accidents, and defective medical device injury. Our personal injury attorneys understand the devastating impact such an injury can have on a person’s life, and that the effects so often go beyond physical pain and suffering. The personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to helping clients determine the strength of their claims, and to aggressively pursuing the means necessary to achieve the best possible end result for each client’s particular situation.
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https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/traumatic-brain-injury
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