Birmingham, AL (December 19, 2021) – The ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division responded to the scene of a major car accident on Saturday night in Birmingham. The crash took place around 10:30 p.m. on US Highway 31 near Interstate 65.
According to officials at the scene, at least one person was injured as a result of the accident. There is no word at this time on the extent of the victim’s injuries. Troopers have not released any information on the cause of the collision. The road was blocked in the direction of the accident. Drivers were asked to avoid the while police were at the scene. There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed in connection with the accident.
An investigation is ongoing. No further details are available at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and well wishes to those affected by this car accident in Birmingham. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Injury Accidents in Alabama
Car accidents are reported each day, multiple times per day across our state. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation, there were approximately 150,000 reported car accidents in our state in 2019. About one-third of these crashes resulted in injuries to those involved. In some cases, the injuries were serious and severe, requiring extensive medical treatment. A substantial majority of Alabama car accidents are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. These drivers are responsible for crashes when they violate traffic laws and drive in a careless and reckless manner.
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While a car accident in Alabama can be a life-altering event, you may be entitled to receive legal help. Alabama law gives crash victims the opportunity to recover compensation when they were not at fault for causing the accident. Under our state’s law, injured motorists can seek to recover their lost wages, pain and suffering, medical bills, and potentially more. Only an experienced accident attorney can review your case and properly advise you on how you should proceed.
Car Accident Lawyers in Birmingham
At Cory Watson Attorneys, our car accident attorneys in Birmingham will stand up for you and protect your legal rights when you have been victimized by a negligent driver. Our firm focuses exclusively on injury law cases. We bring decades of experience handling all types of accident claims throughout all stages of the case. We know how to deal with insurance companies who will try to push you around and force you to take an inadequate settlement. When we handle your case, our team is fully focused and engaged in ensuring that you receive a proper recovery.
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