Trussville, AL (October 14, 2021) – Authorities in Trussville were called to a major accident on Thursday, October 14th. The accident happened around 4:00 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstate 59 near mile marker 147 and exit 148 for U.S. 11 in Trussville.
According to reports from the scene, there was an overturned tractor-trailer and at least one passenger vehicle involved in the accident. Rescue crews responded to the scene shortly after the collision occurred. At least one person was treated for injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening.
Police blocked the road while they cleared the accident and investigated the cause. There is no word on the identities of the victims and it is not clear if any charges are expected to be filed.
No further information is available.
Our thoughts and well-wishes go out to those who have been affected by this injury crash in Trussville. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Injury Accidents in Trussville
Car accidents in Alabama take place each day, multiple times per day. In fact, it is estimated that more than 300 crashes occur on our streets and highways each day. These crashes occur in a variety of areas, including major highways, city streets, and small residential areas. Last year, there were about 150,000 Alabama traffic accidents reported to the Department of Transportation. From this number, nearly 40,000 people sustained some type of injury. Common injuries that are caused by a car accident can include broken bones, soft tissue damage, head injuries, and spinal cord trauma. The injuries from the accident can linger for weeks and months, forcing you to miss work and spend a significant amount of money paying your medical bills as you move along the road to recovery.
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No one is ever truly prepared to deal with the effects of a serious crash. Every area of your life can be impacted, including your work performance and your ability to enjoy the activities that you enjoyed before the accident took place. Your recovery can be long and painful and include many setbacks along the way. Fortunately, there is help available. If you were hurt in an accident that was not your fault, you should immediately seek the help of an attorney to recover the damages to which you are entitled.
Trussville Car Accident Lawyer
Here at Cory Watson Attorneys, our Trussville car accident attorneys bring nearly a decade of experience to each accident claim. We proudly assist victims of car accidents throughout Alabama and we have recovered millions of dollars in total compensation on behalf of our clients. We are here to help during a difficult period. Our attorneys will fight for your legal rights so that you can focus on your healing and recovery.
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