Birmingham, AL (December 25, 2021) – Officials in Birmingham were at the scene of a deadly car accident on Christmas Day. The crash happened around 11:20 a.m. on Carson Road at the intersection with Jefferson Drive.
According to reports, the accident involved a single vehicle. When rescue workers arrived, they found the vehicle flipped onto its roof. There is no information on what caused the accident to take place at this time. There were a total of two adults and four children in the car at the time of the collision. The driver of the vehicle died at the scene while an adult passenger and the four children were taken to a hospital. The extent of their injuries is not known at this time. Drivers were advised to avoid the area and to find alternate routes of travel while officials investigated the crash scene.
There is no word on the identities of the victims. The crash remains under investigation. No additional details are available.
We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to those affected by this car accident in Birmingham.
Fatal Car Accidents in Alabama
According to statistics from the Alabama Department of Transportation, there were more than 900 fatalities due to car accidents in our state in 2019. This number has increased in recent years as our roadways are becoming more dangerous. A serious car accident can take place at any time and can leave loved ones devastated as they face the sudden loss of a family member. Unfortunately, this is one of the most devastating events that you will likely ever experience.
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Following a serious or deadly Alabama car accident, it is important to have a full understanding of your legal rights. If your loved one was killed in an accident that was not their fault, the law could provide a remedy. Under Alabama law, the victim’s next-of-kin may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim. These claims can see certain types of compensation, including medical bills, punitive damages, funeral expenses, and potentially more. These cases are complicated and should only be handled by an experienced attorney.
Wrongful Death Lawyers in Birmingham
At Cory Watson Attorneys, our Birmingham wrongful death attorneys will stand up for you when you have been affected by a serious crash. We have decades of combined experience in handling some of the most difficult car accident cases. Our team will protect your legal rights so that you can focus on what is most important during this difficult time.
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