Car Accident Round-Up – Alcohol a Factor in Serious Ohio Car Accident

Plans to improve education of dangers of drinking and driving underway

Three Injured in 5 Car Accident on California Freeway

The Los Angeles Times reports that three people were injured, one seriously, in a 5 car accident on southbound 101 near Los Angeles.  One of the victims had to be extricated from the vehicle.  The cause of the accident, that shut down the freeway for over an hour on Sunday, is still being investigated.

Train/Car Collide in Durham, North Carolina

A CSX freight train collided with a Toyota Camry around 10:30a.m. Thursday after the driver of the car drove around the lowered crossing arm. The woman escaped injury when the train struck the front corner panel of the car.  The accident occurred at NC. 54 near N.C. 55 in Durham, North Carolina.  The accident is under investigation.

Costa Mesa Car Accident Injures Two

In a Thursday morning car crash in Costa Mesa, California two people suffered serious injuries and were taken to a Santa Ana trauma center.  The accident occurred on southbound 55 Freeway near Fair Drive blocking the lanes for 45 minutes.

Alcohol was a Factor in a Serious Ohio Accident Injuring Three Teenagers

After driving through a stop sign and striking a utility pole, three teenagers were critically injured in the Monday night car accident.  The two passengers in the car were hospitalized in critical condition at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Investigators say alcohol was a factor in the accident and charges may be filed. Locals are planning to step up their efforts to educate young drivers to the dangers of the road.

Car Crashes into Snow Plow in Pennsylvania

A Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation plow truck was struck by a Chevrolet Cavalier on Route 322 in East Fairfield Township, Crawford County on Thursday morning.  The driver of the car, who apparently did not see the truck, was taken to the Meadville Medical Center where she was listed in stable condition.  The highway was closed for more than 2 hours due to the accident.

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Injuries or death as a result of motor vehicle accidents can be devastating.  Under Pennsylvania’s laws, if you have been injured in a vehicle accident that was caused by another person’s carelessness or recklessness, you may be entitled to recover damages that include medical costs, property loss, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Please call the experienced vehicle accident lawyers at Munley Law or use our online contact form for a free assessment of your case. We have offices conveniently located in Stroudsburg, Carbondale, Hamlin, Hazleton, Scranton, and Wilkes-Barre, PA.